Professional and Technical
Assistant Engineer
€45,302 - €70,480

Annual Salary
Dublin
Permanent

Job Summary

The Role
Our Engineers play a crucial role in shaping the infrastructure and development of Fingal. As an Engineer with Fingal County Council, you will contribute to the planning, design, and implementation of various projects that enhance the quality of life for our residents. Assistant Engineers may be appointed to the Planning & Strategic Infrastructure, Operations, or Environment, Climate Action & Active Travel Departments.

Duties

The duties may include but are not limited to:

• Carrying out of engineering and ancillary duties as assigned and provide support to senior personnel.
• Supervision and contract administration of service and work contracts.
• Assist in the preparation and management of programmes and budgets.
• Identifying opportunities for improvements or achievements of efficiencies in service delivery.
• Have responsibility in the management of outdoor operational crews.
• Maintaining and proactively developing a culture of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations
• Ensuring works are implemented in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations including planning and procurement requirements.
• Aid in the designing and preparation of contract documents, tendering, drafting recommendations on appointment of successful service providers and contractors.
• Dealing efficiently, effectively and professionally at all times with residents, businesses, community groups, elected members, Local Authorities and Government Departments.
• Liaising with and responding to other local Authorities, Government Departments and statutory agencies where required.
• Compiling preparing and presenting reports as necessary to a variety of stakeholders.
• Deputising for the Executive Engineer or other senior grade when required.
• Undertaking any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned, from time to time.

Qualifications and requirements of the post

Character
Each candidate must be of good character.

Health
Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Education, training, experience, etc.
Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:



Driving Licence
Applicants are required to hold a full valid Irish licence, for Class B vehicles.

Further information is available in the Candidate Information Booklet available on our website