Engineer, Road Construction

Stoke-on-Trent City Council,
Directorate
:
Housing, Regeneration and Operations
Section
:
Highways
Location
:
Federation Road Depot
Grade
:
Level 9
Hours
: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

Ready to make Stoke-on-Trent's roads safer, smoother, and more reliable?

Stoke-on Trent City Council is looking for skilled Highways Engineers to join a dynamic team delivering real improvements across our highway network.

You’ll lead on highway maintenance and resurfacing schemes, from reconstruction and inlays to preventative treatments that maximise the lifespan of our roads.

You’ll also play a key role in drainage improvements, including sustainable solutions, helping reduce flooding and protect communities.

Working closely with inspectors, contractors and local stakeholders, you’ll respond to defects, address community concerns, and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Your work directly impacts road safety, reliability, and network resilience.

With ongoing investment in local transport, bus routes, active travel, and highway asset management, you’ll be part of shaping a more proactive, data-led approach to maintaining our network.

If you have proven experience delivering highway maintenance or resurfacing schemes on time, within budget, and to specification, this is your chance to join a forward-thinking team making a tangible difference.

Step in, make an impact, and help keep Stoke-on-Trent moving.

• Design and deliver highway infrastructure schemes in line with national standards and council policies
• Assist Senior Engineers in managing and delivering highway improvement projects
• Assess feasibility, costing, project management and implementation of engineering schemes
• Analyse road traffic accident data to identify and develop Local Safety Schemes
• Prepare technical briefs and manage external consultants where required

• Experience in the design, specification and construction of a range of small to medium sized highway infrastructure projects
• Good knowledge of Auto Cad, Key Signs, Key Lines and Auto Track
• Have a good understanding of the statutory procedures associated with Highway improvements

• A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
• Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and shemes

Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:

• Right to Work in the UK
• Proof of address
• Proof of address
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational…