Technician/assistant engineer Work, Jobs in Wallsend, Twr (with Salaries)

Technician/Assistant Engineer
Gateshead Council —Gateshead
- £24,796 - £39,152 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- AutoCAD
- Civil engineering
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Assistant Engineer (Electrical Services)
Northumberland County Council —Blyth
- £39,862 - £44,075 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD
- Annual leave
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Heat Exchanger Technician
Glacier Energy —Washington
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
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Technician/Assistant Engineer

Gateshead Council -
Gateshead

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Job details

Full-time
£24,796 - £39,152 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Discounted gym membership
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Car scheme

Qualifications

AutoCAD
Civil engineering
Driving Licence
GCSE
Numeracy
Legal drafting
IT
BTEC

Full job description

Who we are & what we stand for

Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might be the perfect match.

We’re delighted that you’re interested in working with us. You’d be joining us at a very exciting time.

We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.

At Gateshead Council you’d be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we’re confident that it isn’t just the salary that attracts our staff.

The Highways & Waste team are responsible for ensuring that Gateshead is a safe and attractive place in which people can live, work and spend free time. From waste strategy, including collection and recycling to the maintenance of our highways and street lighting. You’ve probably also noticed significant investment in the restoration of the Tyne Bridge, and our Highways team continue to play a pivotal role in that restoration project of a local landmark.

About the role:

You will assist the Network Team in its various highways tasks as well as working closely with the general public , Utility providers and local Councillors to provide solutions to everyday highway issues and Network planning issues. Knowledge of civic engineering procedures and good numeracy, literacy and IT skills are essential requirements for the post. A qualification at BTEC National Diploma or higher in Civil Engineering or Transport Planning together with experience with Autocad and highways general transport planning would be an advantage.

What you'll get to do:

Investigating traffic issues in a designated area of Gateshead forwarded from the public and councillors.
Assisting the team in ensuring the council’s duties in Network Management are fulfilled.
Creating and issuing Traffic Regulation Orders.
Assisting the team in ensuring events on the highway are controlled and meet legal requirements.
Supporting SAG (Safety Advisory Group) in assessing events which impact the highway network.
Keeping abreast of appropriate current technical, legislative and administrative matters to provide advice, guidance and direction as required.
Assisting in the development and maintenance of a customeroriented, highquality approach to service delivery to ensure the service remains relevant and appropriate.
Contributing to and assisting in the promotion of good practice and best value to help establish a beacon authority.
Carrying out any other responsibilities allocated which are appropriate to the grade of the post.

What you'll bring:

Organisational experience in a traffic or transport environment.
Experience managing smallscale traffic schemes.
Experience drafting Traffic Regulation Orders.
Experience working with stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners.
Understanding of Highway Law and Road Traffic Regulation Orders.
Knowledge of traffic engineering practices.
Understanding of traffic management regulations and the setup of traffic management measures on the highway.
Knowledge of highway policies and practices.
5 GCSE passes at Grade C or above (or equivalent).
OR: ONC (or equivalent).
OR: Relevant qualification in civil engineering, transport planning, or a related discipline.
Full UK driving licence.

What’s in it for you

Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).

Our commitment to you

We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to have a culture and a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. At Gateshead Council we are an employer who embraces, and welcomes diversity, who's truly inclusive and who demonstrates equality for all. We'll go the extra mile so that our approach is representative of the communities we serve and each other. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

How to apply

You can apply online using the link below. Within the form, you’ll be asked for details about you, your career history, skills, experiences and qualifications.

We advise you to be as detailed and specific as possible, paying particular attention to any of the above which are relevant to the role to which you are applying.

If you have any questions about your application, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team via [email protected]

Please note: As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. However, in high-volume recruitment situations, it may not always be practicable to interview every eligible candidate. In such cases, we may need to prioritise those who best meet the essential criteria, based on the information provided in the application.

Additionally, the Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early or adjust the shortlisting criteria, including the pass mark for interview selection, to ensure a fair and manageable recruitment process. We encourage early applications.

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