4. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE ETC:

Candidates must on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office:
(a) (i) hold at least an ordinary bachelors degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of
Qualifications (NFQ)) in Engineering* ;
OR
(ii) hold an ordinary bachelors degree (Level 7 or higher on the National Framework of
Qualifications (NFQ)) and a post graduate masters degree (level 9 in the NFQ) in
Engineering;
OR
(iii) hold a masters degree (level 9 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering
attained after completing an integrated masters level programme of at least 4 years
duration and which is accredited at CEng level by Engineers Ireland or an equivalent
accreditation body internationally;
(b) have at least five years satisfactory relevant engineering experience;
(c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience;
(d) possess a high standard of administrative experience;
(e) have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such

knowledge

• A level 7 degree will be assessed on the basis that the period of study undertaken should be

AUTHORITIES – QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles

AND MUST ADVISE IF THIS IS NOT THE CASE. A COPY OF LICENCE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

The Ideal Candidate Shall Have: A career record that demonstrates satisfactory engineering experience, and in particular civil

engineering experience;

• An ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team, including supervision of staff;
• A track record of delivering results;
• An ability to manage and schedule a multiannual portfolio of projects within budget and on time;
• An ability to work under pressure and to think laterally, maintaining a solution orientated mindset

in dealing with a wide range of issues;

• An understanding of Local Authority services and structures in Ireland, or the ability to quickly

acquire same;

• Capability of working in close consultation with key stakeholders and in seeking co-operation and

consensus with a whole range of bodies and representative groups;

• Experience in contributing to the operational and strategic planning processes and in the

implementation of the agreed aims of same;

• Experience of managing finance and budgets and ensuring value for money;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and influencing skills and strong ICT skills;
• A focus on the customer and on service improvement including taking ownership and resolving

issues arising;

• Good knowledge and awareness of statutory obligations of Health and Safety Legislation the

implications for the organization and the employee, and their application in the workplace;

• An understanding of the role and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace.

AND ACKNOWLEDGED.

The responsibility rests with the applicant to ensure that their application form is received by the Human
Resources Department of Leitrim County Council on time as outlined above. Candidates should ensure
that they give themselves sufficient time to allow for any unforeseen circumstances which may arise and
which may impact on their application form not being received on time.

NOTE:

Applicants are reminded that any attempt by themselves or by any persons acting on their behalf directly or indirectly by
means of written communication or otherwise to canvass or otherwise influence in the applicants favour any employee of the
County Council or persons nominated by the Chief Executive to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify
the applicant for the position they are seeking.

including planning and procurement requirements etc.

• Dealing efficiently, effectively and professionally at all times with stakeholders, including loca

THE ROLE:

Leitrim County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for
inclusion on a panel from which permanent vacancies for Executive Engineer may be filled. Positions may
arise in any area of the Council’s functions which include Roads & Transportation, Housing Delivery &
Maintenance, Environmental Services, Capital Projects, Economic Development, Tourism & Recreation,
Facilities Management etc.
Executive Engineers are appointed to a wide variety of roles across the Council. The role can include
responsibility for the management and successful delivery of a range of major and minor capital projects,
responsibility for the management and effective delivery of a range of services and responsibility for the
management and supervision of assigned staff.
The person/s appointed will work under the direction and control of the Senior Engineer or Senior
Executive Engineer or other officer designated by the Director of Services or the Chief Executive.

1. DUTIES

The duties of the office are to give the local authority and
(a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive for the purposes of the Local
Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and
(b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local
authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph,
Under the direction and supervision of the Senior Engineer or the Senior Executive Engineer or such
other Officer, as appropriate, of the local authority such engineering services of an advisory,
supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore
mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties including the
duty of assisting the Senior Engineer or other appropriate officer, in the supervision of the engineering
and cognate services of any of the foregoing local authorities or bodies, and, when required to do so,
to perform the duty of acting for engineering offices of higher rank during that officer’s absence.
The actual duties will depend on the particular assignment, but in general the duties may include but

will not be limited to the following:

• Planning, developing and prioritising work programmes with senior management for the

section/department as required by the Councils Corporate and Operational Plans.

• The design, implementation and project management of engineering and other appropriate

programmes and projects across all service areas including roads, transportation, water,

wastewater, housing, economic development, environmental services, facilities etc.

• Supervising and administering construction / operations / maintenance works.
• Responsibility for the management of the day-to-day operations of the work unit / section /

department.

• Managing and supervising engineering / administrative workforce and associated industrial

relations issues.

• Managing staff performance and development through the Council’s Performance Management

and Development System (PMDS).

• Ensuring that staff are trained and operate within the relevant skill sets.
• Establishing frameworks and procuring and recommending appointment of consultants and

contractors and supervision of same.

• Designing and preparing tender and contract documentation, assessing tenders and making

recommendations on same.

• Managing the construction phase of projects.
• Preparing and effectively managing budgets.
• Identifying opportunities for improvements or achievements of efficiencies in service delivery.
• Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health & Safety in the workplace.
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations, and Leitrim County

Council’s Safety Management Systems.

• Ensuring works are implemented in accordance with all relevant legislation and regulations

including planning and procurement requirements etc.

• Dealing efficiently, effectively and professionally at all times with stakeholders, including local

authority staff, elected members, community groups, businesses and residents.

• Liaising with and responding to other local authorities, government departments and statutory

agencies.

• Compiling, preparing and presenting reports as necessary to a variety of stakeholders including

organisation of public consultation meetings and processes.

• Representing the local authority at meetings with elected members, community/ general interest

groups, businesses and residents.

• Participating and contributing to the duties as required as part of the organisational response to

Climate Action to promote and ensure capacity building, empowering change and delivering

action.

• To act when required for a more senior employee during his/her absence for any reason.
• Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned,

from time to time.

knowledge and training relevant to the role.

• Keeps up to date with current developments, trends and best practice in their are