Assistant Engineer, Stornoway (1896)

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Assistant Engineer, Stornoway (1896)
37 hours per week, permanent post
£39,844 - £43,992 per annum, inclusive of £2,997 Distant Islands Allowance
 
An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Engineer to join the Roads Service, assisting with the management and maintenance of the Comhairle’s roads infrastructure.
 
You will assist with the inspection and assessment of road assets, identification and design of schemes, and the preparation, procurement, delivery and supervision of capital and revenue works. You will also support the delivery of statutory roads functions, provide engineering advice and participate in winter maintenance and emergency response activities.
 
You should have a good knowledge and understanding of engineering and highway design principles and current CDM and Health and Safety Regulations, together with relevant experience of civil engineering design and construction. Good practical and problem-solving skills, communication skills and ICT skills are essential.
 
You must be educated to BEng, HND or HNC level in Civil Engineering or a relevant discipline, or have comparable experience and training, and hold a full UK driving licence. You must also be able to manage conflicting demands, meet deadlines and work effectively as part of a team.
 
Closing Date: Monday 30 November 2026
 
Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade.
 
Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post.

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