Technician – Flood Risk Management

Job Description

Flood Risk Management Technician (5/991)

Dumfries

£25,791 - £35,853

 

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an engineering Technician to assist in the administration of flood risk management related activities within Environment and Infrastructure principally complying with the requirements of the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009.

 

The post is based in Dumfries in the Council’s Flood Risk Management Team and you will be expected to support the team in delivering a high quality service to both the Council and external Clients.

 

You must have a minimum of 4 Standard Grades (grade 3 or above or equivalent) including Mathematics. A qualification to Higher level and/or ONC/HNC/HND/SVQ level 3 in civil engineering or related subject is desirable.

 

Experience of working in an office environment and in a team situation is desirable as is an understanding of health and safety requirements.

 

We are looking for someone with good interpersonal skills who can work flexibly and is self-motivated and can show initiative.

 

A current driving licence is an essential requirement for this post. However if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transportation can be arranged.

 

Salary placing is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing.  Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more.

Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions

 

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

 

 

For further information please contact Brian Templeton, Team Leader Flood Risk Management Team on 03033333000 or email brian.templeton@dumgal.gov.uk