Drainage Specialist
3 days ago
Horsham District Council is seeking a skilled Drainage Officer to join their Sustainability and Greenspaces department. The successful candidate will work closely with the Parks and Countryside team to undertake regular inspections of watercourses on Council-owned land and identify areas requiring remedial measures.
The role involves providing technical drainage advice on planning applications to ensure that development meets high environmental standards. This includes ensuring that the Council fulfils its duties in relation to Warnham Mill Reservoir, a site of importance for nature conservation.
About YouTo succeed in this role, you will have a degree in a related subject and technical knowledge of non-engineering solutions to drainage and flooding issues. You will also possess good communication skills, enabling you to explain complex issues to a wide range of audiences, and be able to build positive relationships with partners within and external to the Council.
Organizational skills are essential to manage multiple projects, and a full driver's license with access to a vehicle is required.
About UsHorsham District Council offers a friendly and supportive working environment, with opportunities for flexible and hybrid working. The Council provides a generous benefits package, including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), with the Council contributing circa 20% of pensionable salary.
The Council supports employees' professional development through reimbursement for professional subscriptions and training opportunities, including in-house learning resources, short courses, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) and Master of Business Administration (MBA).
This is a permanent position with 37 hours per week.
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