Assistant Engineer [Engineering Services] at Leicestershire County Council

Glenfield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

42699.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Highway Construction Schemes, Highway Maintenance Works, Design, Project Managing, Customer Focus, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Organisational Skills, IT Systems, Map Interpretation, Plan Interpretation, Engineering Drawing Interpretation, Highways Legislation Knowledge, Design Standards Knowledge, Carbon Savings, Recycled Materials Incorporation

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8RA Salary: £39,939 - £42,699 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) plus Market Premia [10% of top of grade] Working Hours: Full Time, 37 Hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Monday 6th April 2026 Interview Date(s): TBC – Please Note: interviews will be in person. About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Engineer to join our Engineering Services team at Leicestershire County Council, one of the best performing councils in the country. We’ve achieved several decades of high performance, with our success recognised by National Government, industry awards and our residents. The successful applicant will join a motivated, friendly team of professionals committed to delivering public sector road maintenance and highway improvements that offer best value for money whilst simultaneously pushing the boundaries of innovation and carbon savings in construction. Our team has a track record of incorporating recycled materials and innovative construction techniques to reduce costs and our impact on the environment. You will report into Senior Engineers and assist them in the efficient design of multiple highway construction schemes and maintenance works to achieve delivery within time and cost targets. As an Assistant Engineer you will enjoy a competitive salary, as well as a generous benefits package, including pension and annual leave. You will also have access to training and development opportunities, as well as support and guidance from your colleagues and managers. The successful applicant will also be expected to visit construction sites at locations across Leicestershire. For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement [https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2023-04/recruitment-of-ex-offenders-policy-statement.pdf]. About You To apply for this post, you must: * A degree in an appropriate subject or equivalent qualification (e.g. BTEC Higher in Civil Engineering) and be working towards (or willing to work towards) I.Eng or C.Eng. * Experience working in an engineering or highways setting. * Experience of developing and project managing civil engineering projects and works programmes. * Strong customer focus and able to liaise with customers and clients. Applicants must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills. * Good organisational skills using IT systems to accurately capture, store and retrieve information. * Ability to interpret maps, plans and engineering drawings. * Knowledge of current Highways Legislation and design standards. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/lcc/pages/1004] and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer [https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/disability-confident-campaign]. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact: Alex Middleton, Senior Engineer (Engineering Services) Telephone: 0116 305 6612 Email: Alex.Middleton@leics.gov.uk [Alex.Middleton@leics.gov.uk] How to Apply At Leicestershire County Council we’re looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what’s on your CV. That’s why we’ve designed a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally. If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application, ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above. Without this information, we won’t be able to assess your suitability for the role, and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement, see the How to Apply [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/lcc/pages/1001] section on our career site. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post or you want to request an application pack in an alternative format, please contact our Employee Service Centre by telephoning 0300 3030222 (select option 2) or raising a ticket via our online portal: https://emss.org.uk/support [https://emss.org.uk/support]. By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/lcc/pages/1006]. About Leicestershire County Council At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose. For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following: Our Recruitment Process [https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/jobs-and-volunteering/working-for-the-council/the-application-process] Our Organisational Values [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/pages/1004] Our Employee Benefits [https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/jobs-and-volunteering/working-for-the-council/employee-benefits] Working for Us [https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/jobs-and-volunteering/working-for-the-council/an-inclusive-workplace]

Responsibilities

The Assistant Engineer will report to Senior Engineers and assist them in the efficient design of multiple highway construction schemes and maintenance works to ensure delivery aligns with time and cost targets. This role involves supporting public sector road maintenance and highway improvements while focusing on value for money, innovation, and carbon savings.