Semi-State Role - Senior Civil Engineer - Wicklow or Kildare
JOB_52931101119451Job type
ContractLocation
Dublin West/KildareWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ConstructionIndustry
ConstructionPay
€70,000 - €80,000 - See Ad for more details
Semi-State Role - Senior Engineer - Wicklow or Kildare - Hybrid & Site Work
Your New Company
Your new organisation is a Semi-State Utilities Body that is responsible for some of Ireland's key infrastructure. They operate nationwide in conjunction with 31 local authorities along with various construction contractor/developer stakeholders. They have offices located nationally.
Your New Role
There are 2 roles covering Greater Dublin locations - Dublin & Kildare / Meath
AND Wicklow / South Dublin.
Your new role is to be based mainly on site on behalf of a Semi-State body, you will also have an element of hybrid working, for relevant paperwork etc.
Summary:
You will be responsible for carrying out site visits for non-standard new connection applications, performing site assessments, and creating work orders for non-standard new connections within a given region. You will work closely with third parties assigned to work in the field ensuring the delivery of onsite connection services.
You will be responsible for overseeing connection requests to the water and wastewater network, working closely with Local Authorities and relevant parties to deliver connection services for customers. You will also support the delivery of connection-related network reinforcement schemes driven by connection demand, working with counterparts from Capital Delivery, Local Authorities, or 3rd party service providers.
Selection of duties;
- Provide excellent customer experience through the end-to-end connection process.
- Monitor incoming site inspection requests in relation to non-standard New Connection applications
- Assess plans received with customer applications for further technical investigations e.g. future inspection of site
- Conduct site assessments in accordance with Health and Safety Policies and Standards, and input requirements into the work order
- Carry out technical and field assessment of the New Connections application as required
- Document results of inspections and approve/close Work Order as applicable
- Supporting the delivery of network development work when the need for new connections warrants expansion and reinforcement, working closely with the Local Authorities, Capital Delivery and/or 3rd party delivery partners.
- Onsite QA for Water & Wastewater Infrastructure,
- Liaising with internal functions including Asset Planning, Asset Delivery, Operations etc.
- Evaluate and provide feedback on design infrastructure on and off development sites.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- Have a relevant third level qualification in Engineering, ideally Civil.
- Have 5+ years-on-site experience,
With a civil engineering contractor / residential developer / building contractor etc. - Experience with water/wastewater is important. Treatment plants / connections to properties etc.
- Knowledge of planning applications and connection regulations
- Prior client facing / interaction experience.
- You must be able to work in the desired locations as mentioned above and have access to your own vehicle. (See below for remuneration)
- You must also be able to work full-time in Ireland as unfortunately, sponsorship will not be provided at this time. .
What You'll Get in Return
In return for the above, you will work for a Semi-State organisation that is involved in some of Ireland's key infrastructure projects. You will have the opportunity for a "Job for life" once you have cemented your presence within the organisation.
You will work flexible working hours, in contrast to the private sector and, in a way, operate as your own boss regarding autonomy, schedules and site visits.
You will work Monday to Friday 40 hours per week.
You will receive 24 days annual leave, 2.5 company days and all paid Bank Holidays.
There is hybrid working, but it varies depending on the site requirements. It is likely 1-2 days per week.
For this role, the salary on offer depends on your experience level. The budget for this is up to €80,000 per annum.
You will also receive Civil Service Mileage for travel past your place of work, if multiple site visits are required. This mileage will cover fuel and the upkeep of a vehicle etc.
You will also receive Civil Service Mileage for travel past your place of work, if multiple site visits are required. This mileage will cover fuel and the upkeep of a vehicle etc.
A Semi-State role is the natural progression for engineers that feel they need a change from the long, hectic weeks of a building / civil engineering contractor.
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Semi-State Role - Senior Civil Engineer - Wicklow or KildareJOB_529311011194512025-02-042025-05-06
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