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Flood Risk Engineer
Reference: BHN589457
Job details
- Start date: ASAP
- Employment type: Contract 6 months +
- Salary: £45 - £48/hour
- Date published: 15 July 2025
Job description
Key Responsibilities:
- Fulfil the council's duty as the Lead Local Flood Authority
- Provide consultation responses to planning applications concerning surface water flood risk and drainage
- Track and monitor consultations from the Local Planning Authority
- Provide responses within 21 days of receiving consultations
- Collaborate with team members and other stakeholders to ensure effective flood risk management
- Participate in office team days on Mondays for collaborative work
Job Requirements:
- Experience in flood risk engineering and flood risk management
- Strong understanding of surface water flood risk and drainage
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in tracking and monitoring consultation responses
- Ability to provide timely and accurate responses within set deadlines
- Capability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work from home with occasional office days
Benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements, including remote work
- Opportunity to contribute to effective flood risk management
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
If you have the expertise in flood risk engineering and are looking for a flexible contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
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