The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at: North Bridge Depot, Doncaster
Salary details: Grade 7 - 8, £28,598 - £38,221 (pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Flexible working arrangements: Flexi-time available, core hours to be covered due to service requirements
Closing date: 16th August 2026
This post operates under a Career Grade/Grading Assessment Scheme, with starting salary and progression through the grades being linked to experience, qualifications and level of work being undertaken.
The post may be appointed at Grade 8 where the successful candidate holds, or is actively working towards, an appropriate Civil Engineering qualification (Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent) and can demonstrate substantial relevant experience and technical competence in flood risk and drainage asset management. (Duties and responsibilities would be reviewed If entering at Grade 8)
The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Senior Drainage Maintenance Technician.
To support the delivery of all aspects of Flood Risk Management activities, primarily through the effective management of drainage and flood risk assets. The role involves assisting with asset inspections, maintenance programmes, flood investigations, project delivery, and data management, while helping to develop and implement solutions that reduce flood risk and improve network performance. Working closely with colleagues, contractors, developers, and stakeholders, the postholder will provide technical support to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and best practice.
We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.
In return for your contribution, we offer:
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Competitive leave entitlement
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Wellbeing support and staff networks
- Development and training opportunities
- Staff discounts and benefits schemes
- More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.
Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.
Shortlisting w/c 17th August 2026 and interviews w/c 24th August 2026.
For further details or an informal chat, please contact: Liana Dilks at
[email protected].
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English Fluency Duty Under The Immigration Act 2016: As you are applying for a customer facing role, you must have the ability to converse easily with customers being able to provide advice and guidance in accurate spoken English.
City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.
We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.
