Ref:ENOP/ 001039

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:Engineer, Grade 3 (Western Region Operations)

Reporting to:Senior Engineer (Western Region Operations)

Base:Western Regional Office, Scarriff, Co Clare

Salary: €32,045 - €56,757 pa

Summary of Job

The Engineer (Operations) will form part of an operational management team. They will oversee management / maintenance, recreational / commercial use and future development of Waterways Ireland infrastructure in the Shannon Navigation Area as required.

The successful applicant will be required to manage operational staff and consultants / contractors working on Waterways Ireland property for implementation of new or refurbishment projects. Also to coordinate with user groups for facilitation of events, and to work in partnership with third parties and local interests to manage and develop the waterways for increased recreational use.

Key Activities

Operational Management

  • Supervise operational staff undertaking maintenance and construction site works, including carrying out risk assessments and safety inspections in accordance with Waterways Ireland's 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 Waterways Ireland's policies and procedures
  • Manage and report on progress of maintenance & construction programmes /projects to ensure delivery on time, budget and quality
  • Review and make submissions to planning applicationsthat could impact on Waterways Ireland property in the Region
  • Liaise with volunteer groups, event organisers or otherwaterways user groups to facilitate increased community involvement andenhanced recreational use of amenities
  • Communicate verbally and in writing with neighbouring residents and groups, or their representatives, regarding management & maintenance issues associated with the infrastructure of our waterways
  • Work with third party groups and authorities in 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 Waterways Ireland Byelaws as an Authorised Officer

Health and Safety

  • Possess an awareness of the health, safety and welfare legislation relevant to maintenance & construction works, and apply these as appropriate
  • Contribute to and comply with Waterways Ireland’s Health and Safety Statement and other procedures, including undertaking safety inspections, risk assessments and toolbox talks
  • Undertake the role and associated responsibilities as a Safety Supervisor in the Waterways Ireland management system
  • 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

Strategic

  • Assist with Waterways Irelands policies, strategies and standards; contributing to the creation of a shared aim for the Body and promoting business culture and values
  • Provide information to allow financial and progress reports for projects under your control to be drawn up

People

  • Comply at all times with the regulations, policies and standards of Waterways Ireland
  • Create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships internal and external to Waterways Ireland
  • Seek assistance from other members of staff when required including liaising with other disciplines and units within Waterways Ireland as appropriate
  • Liaise with the relevant statutory authorities including the local authorities
  • Liaise with residents, volunteer groups, community and local organisations, user groups & clubs, operational licencees, event organisers, political representatives and any other external parties as required to ensure a high standard of customer service

Other

  • Undertake the duties of Premises Office for the Western Regional Office in Scarriff
  • Deal with any matter as requested by the Chief Executive
  • Assist with queries forwarded to Waterways Ireland
  • Represent Waterways Ireland at meetings/functions both during and outside normal working hours
  • Undertake training as required

The above list is not exhaustive and you may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities for the effective and efficient performance of your role.

The organisation operates within a changing environment and you will be required to be flexible and adapt to these changes and to develop your role as a result going forward.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Candidates must be able to demonstrate that they meet the eligibility and essential criteria in their application form.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Possess a Degree in Civil or Structural Engineeringor 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.

Essential Criteria

  • Possess knowledge and experience of the key issues involved in the field of Civil/Structural and/or environmental 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 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

Desirable Short-listing Criteria

  • 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
  • Experience working with statutory bodies and with public interest groups and stakeholders.
  • Experience and understanding of the use of AutoCad.
  • Have experience of working on engineering projects in a water based environment

A panel of suitable applicants will be held for 12 months should any further vacancies arise at this grade.

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