Principal Drainage Planning Technical Officer
Principal Drainage Planning Technical Officer
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Job Description
Salary:
Hours per week:37 hours
Interview date:To be confirmed following shortlisting
Highway and Transport Services Enhancing Lives Building Communities
Are you ready to make a difference in reducing flood risks and shaping the future of sustainable development
This is a unique opportunity to take on a highly technical and rewarding role where your expertise will directly influence new developments and policies. As the Councils technical expert on planning and flood risk youll lead on creating strategies guiding sustainable drainage systems and collaborating with key partners like the Environment Agency and Wessex Water. Your work will directly impact how we manage flood risk and help shape Wiltshires future landscape.
As a Principal Technician Officer youll assess major development projects advise on innovative flood management solutions and influence policy decisions. From negotiating with developers to representing the Council at public inquiries youll balance a diverse workload with the freedom to lead on impactful projects. This is your chance to apply your expertise in engineering environmental management or planning to solve challenges in flood risk management.
Were looking for a Chartered Engineer or someone with equivalent extensive experience in drainage flood management and related fields. Youll have a strong grasp of hydrology planning and environmental policies alongside excellent communication and negotiation skills. With a collaborative mindset and the ability to manage complex workloads youll thrive in this highprofile role that requires both leadership and technical innovation.
Why us
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Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
