Civil Engineer Position
Our client is involved in the operations and maintenance of waterways infrastructure across the west and mid-west region.
The successful applicant will manage operational staff and consultants/contractors working in the region, overseeing management and maintenance of the Shannon navigation, including refurbishment/construction/maintenance works.
The Engineer will be based in Athlone and primarily responsible for land facilities from Athlone to Lanesborough and on-water works in the mid-Shannon area from Lough Ree to Limerick.
Key Activities:
* Water Levels/Sluice Operations and Workboat Activities
* Supervising operational staff undertaking maintenance and construction site works
* Liaising with consultants and contractors planning and/or undertaking works in the region
* Designing and realigning navigation channels to deeper navigation contours in problematic areas
* Undertaking site surveys and carrying out studies and evaluations of possible works projects
* Preparing and coordinating initial designs, planning submissions, and project reviews
* Communicating verbally and in writing with neighbouring residents and groups regarding management and maintenance issues
Responsibilities:
* Managing and reporting on progress of maintenance and construction programmes
* Ensuring timely provision of daily water level data to ESB office at Ardnacrusha dam and power station
* Representing at quarterly meetings with ESB regarding water levels on the Shannon
Requirements:
* Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications)
* Current driving licence and access to transport for travel throughout Ireland
* Knowledge and experience of key issues involved in Civil/Structural Engineering, particularly relating to a water-based environment
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Experience and ability in using IT-based engineering equipment/engineering design tools
* Excellent project management and problem-solving skills
* At least 2 years post-qualified experience in an operations and maintenance environment, with management of staff