Engineering Team Manager; Flood Risk

Engineering Team Manager (Flood Risk) – Calderdale Council

Join to apply for the Engineering Team Manager (Flood Risk) role at Calderdale Council.

This role is part of Water, Climate Change and Flood Risk Management; the pay range is determined by skills and experience. Discuss details with your recruiter.

• Provide effective advice and expertise within the Flood Risk Management team to contribute to the regeneration and sustainability of Calderdale.
• Lead the delivery of the Calderdale Flood Recovery & Resilience Investment Programme and other key climate resilience initiatives.
• Manage the capital programme team, ensuring strategic direction, legal compliance and alignment with Council objectives.
• Represent Calderdale Council at regional meetings, securing funding and engaging stakeholders.
• Develop policies, action plans and programme monitoring to meet flood‑risk reduction, biodiversity and resilience goals.
• Facilitate stakeholder partnership, navigate differing perspectives and support successful programme delivery.

• Degree level qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in Flood Risk Management.
• Strong organisational and budget‑monitoring skills.
• Excellent management, communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience public speaking in challenging environments and working with elected members.

For full details of the role please see the attached context sheet.

Closing Date: 5th January 2026

Interview Date: 14th January 2026

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all individuals and particularly welcome those from communities that are currently under‑represented.