Job Description

Sefton Council is a vibrant local authority that is already on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Vision 2030.
Why join our Highway Design Team?
The Council is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Design Engineer with specific experience in the design, procurement and supervision of transport projects.
As part of the Highway Design team, you will:

• Play a significant role in the delivery of the Council's ambitious Growth and Strategic Investment Programme.
• Help transform the borough's transportation infrastructure in line with our emerging Low Carbon Transport Strategy.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues with Strategic Transport Planning and Highways Development Control teams and with colleagues in other departments, including Regeneration.

Your job role will involve:

• The completion of feasibility studies, optioneering, preliminary and detailed design of highway and other transport projects.
• Compiling works information, contact administration and supervision.
• Completing technical checks on works completed by developers and the Council's Technical Service Support Services provider.

In line with Sefton's Workforce Vision, you will benefit from being able to work flexibly, both in terms of flexible working hours and through our hybrid working arrangements.
Development Opportunities
The Council is committed to supporting staff in their personal development so will aim to provide the necessary experience and opportunities for career development and training.
Please note - The job holder will be offered the role of a Transport Planning Officer, Grade H - 37,280 - 40,777, subject to a successful assessment undertaken after 3 years.
Closing Date - 30th January 2026
Provisional Interview Date - 12th February 2026
Equal Opportunities
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody's identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.
GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME
Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.
If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.
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Skills Required