Job Description
Your new company Our client is involved in the operations & maintenance of the waterways infrastructure across the west and in the northwest regions. They are now seeking to recruit a Civil Engineer who will form part of an operational management team. You will assist and oversee the management and maintenance and development of the Shannon navigation, including refurbishment/construction/maintenance works associated with the region both on and off water. The successful applicant will be required to manage operational staff and consultants / contractors working in the region. The Engineer will be based in Carrick on Shannon. Operational Management Supervise operational staff undertaking maintenance and construction site works, including carrying out risk assessments and safety inspections in accordance with management systems. Liaise with consultants and contractors planning and/or undertaking works in the region, to ensure protection and enhancement of the organisation's assets. Undertake site surveys, carry out studies and evaluations of possible works projects, and draw up associated reports. Prepare and co-ordinate initial designs, planning submissions, designs for tender, tender documents, tender appraisals and project reviews as required to manage the works programme in accordance with statutory requirements and company policies and procedures. Manage and report on progress of maintenance & construction programmes / projects to ensure delivery on time, safely, on budget and to a high quality. Review and make submissions to planning applications that could impact on property in the region. Liaise with volunteer groups, event organisers or other user groups to facilitate increased community involvement and enhanced recreational use of amenities. Attend and contribute to regular team and regional meetings. Communicate verbally and in writing with neighbouring residents/landowners and groups, or their representatives, regarding management & maintenance issues associated with the infrastructure and land owned/operated. Work with third party groups and authorities in the development of infrastructure, including leveraging of funding or other resources for enhancement of amenities. Manage use of the navigation and land property by all users, including implementing Byelaws as an Authorised Officer. Assist and contribute to water level management Health and Safety Possess an awareness of the health, safety and welfare legislation relevant to maintenance & construction works, and apply these as appropriate Statement and other procedures, including undertaking/developing safety inspections, risk assessments and toolbox talks. Undertake public risk inspections, identify hazards and implement appropriate remedial works Environmental Liaise with environmental bodies to ensure that environmental requirements are agreed Take account of environmental legislation, directives and issues in the construction of projects PERSON SPECIFICATION Possess a Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) or an equivalent qualification. Hold a current driving licence and / or possess access to a form of transport which will permit travel throughout Ireland and ensure that the person can supervise works spread over a wide area. Possess knowledge and experience of the key issues involved in the field of Civil / Structural Engineering, in particular relating to a water-based environment. Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing Possess knowledge and experience of dealing with health, safety and welfare issues associated with construction and maintenance works. Have experience and ability in the use of IT-based engineering equipment / engineering design tools Possess excellent project management and problem-solving skills Have 2 years post qualified experience of working in an operations and maintenance environment, at least one of which includes management of staff. Possess an understanding of the environmental issues involved in the development of waterways. Possess an understanding of the issues involved in working in two jurisdictions What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Civil site engineer senior site engineer water engineer civils site engineer Benefits: Will depend on experience