Structures Design Technician (Redeployment 22151)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Phoenix House Goddard Road Ipswich IP1 5NP - Hybrid working
• Salary: 28598 per annum(pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Contract: Permanentx 2 posts
  

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

At Suffolk County Council every role is a chance to create positive change. As a Structures Design Technician in the Infrastructure Management team youll see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Join us and turn your passion for progress into action. Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Structures Design Technician you will play a key role in shaping and safeguarding Suffolks infrastructure by bringing engineering designs to life. Youll support the delivery of bridges and structural improvement projects from initial investigation through to detailed design working closely with project managers engineers councillors external specialists and local communities. Your work will range from producing technical drawings and bills of quantities to preparing risk assessments and essential documentation that enables our Infrastructure Operations teams to get to work on site. Youll help ensure schemes progress smoothly by coordinating with statutory bodies monitoring site activities keeping data systems accurate and supporting compliance with key legislation. This is a role where your technical precision creativity and problemsolving skills directly contribute to safe efficient and futureready highways for the people of Suffolk.

You will need

• A solid technical foundation with a Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline and developing skills in AutoCAD GIS and data management systems.
• An analytical and detailfocused mindset.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Good organisational and planning abilities.
• A flexible proactive and safetyconscious approach with the ability to adapt to new challenges.

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

You will be working within the team responsible for the inspection maintenance and construction of highway structures working in collaboration with the Highway Services Contractor and their supply chain partners. The team is responsible for inspecting and assessing a wide range of structures throughout the County and for prioritising developing and implementing maintenance and strengthening works required to ensure that structures remain safe for use and fit for purpose

Suffolk Highways is a collaboration between Suffolk County Council and private sector service provider(s) to meet the primary objective of maintaining the highway network and infrastructure in Suffolk.

We work together to achieve the best that we can and support one another in our work as one team. We look ahead so that we may better inspire each other to continually improve and take pride in what we do and the service that we provide to our customers. We make things happen by empowering encouraging and motivating our colleagues and by showing respect to all people that we work with and for. We collaborate and work as one team to provide the best possible highways service for 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 Colin Godfrey for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 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 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.

1. Please can you describe a time when you worked within a team to deliver a successful outcome

2. What constraints do you think typically need to be considered for a bridge maintenance scheme over a river

3. A masonry bridge parapet has been damaged by a vehicular collision what information do you think needs to be collected from site such that a scheme for the repairs can be produced

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 encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to applyIf you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator.

You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages. If youre invited to the next stage youll have another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30pm 6 April 2026.

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