Community Liaison Engineer
Community Liaison Engineer
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Phoenix House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 5NP or Halesworth Blyth Road Industrial Estate Suffolk IP19 8EN - Hybrid
- 39513 per annum (pro rata for part time) (pay award pending)
- 37 hours per week-Flexible working options available
- Permanent x 2 posts
At Suffolk County Council every role is a chance to create positive change. Were not just a local authority; were a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new Community Liaison Engineer youll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If youre passionate about making a real tangible difference its time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.
Your role and responsibilities
Reporting to the Community Liaison Manager you will lead community liaison for a specific geographical area in Suffolk and you will:
- develop strong and effective links between Suffolk Highways and local parish town district / borough and county councillors
- act as the as the main point of contact for technical legal and procedural advice to your team and for escalated issues
- oversee the development and implementation of locally generated speed safety minor improvement and maintenance schemes ensuring they achieve the desired outcomes whilst being proportional provide value for money and with sound asset management principles embedded
- promote appropriate culture and behaviours and embed these in a customer focused team that establishes and maintains strong and effective relationships with a broad and diverse range of stakeholders.
You will need
- to ideally have a relevant professional qualification or have significant experience in a relevant field or project management
- considerable experience of successfully managing a range of complex projects in highways engineering speed and road safety highways design or similar technical disciplines
- to be able to demonstrate technical ability and an understanding of the use of plans and drawings
- understanding ofConstruction Design Management and Health and Safety Legislation
- considerable experience of working effectively and persuasively in a political environment
- very confident and persuasive communicator.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
- Suffolk Highways is a collaboration between Suffolk County Council and private sector service provider(s) to meet the primary objective of maintaining roads and delivering new highway infrastructure in Suffolk.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report ().
For more information
Please contact Wayne Saunders (he/him) or Mark Kerridge (he/him) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling Wayne Saunders on 0or emailing or Mark Kerridge on 0 or emailing .
How to apply
Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 500 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
1. Describe your experience working with County Councillors Parish Councils Town Councils or community groups and describe a situation where you had to build relationships with multiple stakeholders who had conflicting interests or priorities.
2. Describe a time when you have collaboratively worked across teams to deliver complex projects in highways engineering.
3. Describe a time when you have add to explain a technical highway solution to different audiences. How did you tailor your communication for each group
Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling 0. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 23 July 2025.
Interview date: 7 August 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Employment Type
Full-Time
