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Bridge Inspector / Senior Technician

Employer
Somerset Council
Location
Taunton, Somerset
Salary
£22,183 to £25,481 per annum
Closing date
21 Mar 2021

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Sector
Highways Maintenance
Job role
Technician
Contract Type
Full time

Job Details

A bit about us

Somerset County Council is responsible for the management and maintenance of the County’s Highway bridge, culvert and retaining wall stock which stands at over 2500 structures. This stock contains a wide variety of asset types in respect of their form, construction, material, span and location. There are a significant number of masonry arches and simply supported reinforced concrete slabs as well as retaining walls of different construction forms and, of course, large multi-span structures, all located in both rural and urban areas. The oldest asset is Tarr Steps a 17 span Clapper Bridge reportedly dating back to prehistoric times located on Exmoor. We also have a bascule bridge, many swing bridges, footbridges, fords, railway, road and watercourse structures in our diverse stock. A vacancy has arisen for a Bridge Inspector/Senior Technician within this team which is based in Taunton

Here's what you can expect to be doing

The role primarily includes the following activities

·     Carrying out/assisting with inspections & reporting

·     Initiate deliver & supervise minor routine bridge maintenance schemes

·     Liaison with statutory bodies, affected parties, consultants & contractors

·     Act as a point of contact for public, parish, district councils

·     Support senior members of the team with preparation of reports, schedules, calculations, costings, presentations etc.

·     Assist with rationalisation of asset management data

A few things about you

You will be self-motivated, committed and enthusiastic with good standards of numeracy and ICT capability and happy to use your own initiative. As well as having a methodical and conscientious approach to work. You will be able to remain calm in difficult or uncertain situations and be a team player. Experience in technical/engineering/bridges would be advantageous.

As a key member of the group you will be expected to promote the image of the County Council and embrace a culture of customer care to ensure successful delivery of a quality service in Somerset.

Additional information

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Paul Tucker [Service Manager] (07824 460548).

Please note we aim for all recruitment activity to continue as expected, however due to COVID-19 all interviews will be taking place virtually over Microsoft Teams.

Closing on 21 March 2021

Company

The Council’s duties and services

The Council’s duties and services are managed by the elected councillors (known within the Council as ‘members’) through its democratic structure.

In accordance with government legislation, the Unitary Council has:

  • Appointed a Leader of Council, who has formed a single party Executive of ten members (together they take key decisions and are responsible for the day-to-day running of the Council)
  • Five cross party Scrutiny Committees:
    • Scrutiny for Climate and Place
    • Scrutiny for Children and Families
    • Scrutiny for Adults and Health
    • Scrutiny for Communities
    • Scrutiny for Corporate and Resources
  • A Licensing and Regulatory Committee responsible for the Council’s licensing functions
  • A Strategic Planning Committee, along with 4 Area Planning Committees responsible for the Council’s planning and regulatory functions
  • A Health and Wellbeing Board involving representatives from several partners

The Unitary Council of 110 elected members is responsible for deciding the democratic arrangements for the Council, agreeing our policy framework and each year’s budget.

Company info
Website
Telephone
0300 123 2224
Location
County Hall
Somerset
United Kingdom

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