Drainage Engineer

Senior Drainage Engineer
Asset Management (Flooding and Drainage). Supporting the Flooding and Drainage commissioner on delivery of drainage projects. To lead the technical direction of various highway infrastructure assets.

• Develop and maintain asset inventories and condition databases to support evidence-based decision making

• Plan, manage, and deliver a county-wide programme of inspections, surveys, and assessments across all asset types, ensuring compliance with national standards and statutory obligations.
• Analyse asset condition data, performance trends, and risk factors to inform lifecycle planning, prioritisation, and long-term investment strategies.
• Prepare and manage annual and multi-year maintenance and renewal programmes, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and value-for-money principles.
• Act as project sponsor for capital and revenue-funded asset improvement schemes, ensuring effective delivery through the Programme Delivery Office.
• Provide expert technical advice and guidance to internal teams and external stakeholders on asset-related matters, including design, maintenance, and statutory procedures.
• Monitor contractor and supplier performance, ensuring works are delivered to specification, on time, and within budget.
• Lead the development and implementation of asset management policies, standards, and procedures, promoting consistency, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Support the relevant Commissioner in developing and delivering prioritised commissions, contributing to strategic planning, funding bids, and performance reporting.
• Undertake statutory responsibilities under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 and Land Drainage Act 1991.
• Coordinate with emergency planning during flooding incidents and supports surface water risk assessments.                                                             
• Represent the Council in regional and national forums, technical working groups, and public or political engagements as required.                           
• Ensure all asset management activities comply with Health and Safety legislation, including CDM regulations, and contribute to the Council’s risk management framework.
• Promote the integration of GIS, digital tools, and emerging technologies to enhance asset monitoring, reporting, and decision-making.
• Manage devolved budgets and resources effectively, ensuring robust financial control and reporting.
• Provide leadership, line management, and professional development support to technical teams, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
• Contribute to the Council’s climate change objectives by embedding sustainability and resilience into asset planning and delivery.
• Deputise for the Flooding & Drainage Commissioner in public forums, tactical coordinating groups, political engagement, and partnership collaboration where appropriate to support strategic oversight and responsibility of key operational, tactical and partnership duties.

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