Engineer [Engineering Services]
LocationLeicestershire, England, United Kingdom
Posted At3/6/2026
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Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
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Description
Job Description
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: County Hall, Leicestershire LE3 8RA
Salary: £39,939 - £42,699 per annum plus Market Premia [10% of top of grade]
Working Hours: 37 Hours per week, full time.
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 29th March 2026
Interview Date(s): Mid-April 2026 [Please Note: interviews will be in person.]
Join Our Highway Engineering Team at Leicestershire County Council - Are you passionate about shaping the future of transportation networks? Do you thrive on challenging projects that make a real impact? Look no further! Leicestershire County Council is seeking an exceptional Engineer to join our Highway Maintenance team.
About The Role
Leicestershire County Council is the local highway authority for the county, responsible for maintaining 2,575 miles of roads. We plan and deliver roadworks throughout the year, as well as providing gritting services in winter. We also work with developers and partners to ensure that new developments have appropriate and sustainable highway infrastructure. We are committed to providing a safe, efficient, and accessible transport network for all road users in Leicestershire.
We’re committed to making a difference in Leicestershire. Join us in enhancing our infrastructure, improving lives, and creating a sustainable future.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and be part of our impactful journey.
For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement .
About You
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: County Hall, Leicestershire LE3 8RA
Salary: £39,939 - £42,699 per annum plus Market Premia [10% of top of grade]
Working Hours: 37 Hours per week, full time.
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 29th March 2026
Interview Date(s): Mid-April 2026 [Please Note: interviews will be in person.]
Join Our Highway Engineering Team at Leicestershire County Council - Are you passionate about shaping the future of transportation networks? Do you thrive on challenging projects that make a real impact? Look no further! Leicestershire County Council is seeking an exceptional Engineer to join our Highway Maintenance team.
About The Role
Leicestershire County Council is the local highway authority for the county, responsible for maintaining 2,575 miles of roads. We plan and deliver roadworks throughout the year, as well as providing gritting services in winter. We also work with developers and partners to ensure that new developments have appropriate and sustainable highway infrastructure. We are committed to providing a safe, efficient, and accessible transport network for all road users in Leicestershire.
We’re committed to making a difference in Leicestershire. Join us in enhancing our infrastructure, improving lives, and creating a sustainable future.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and be part of our impactful journey.
For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement .
About You
To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer .
Interested in Flexible Working?
- A degree in an appropriate subject or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification) and be working towards (or willing to work towards) I.Eng or C.Eng.
- Significant experience working in an engineering setting with knowledge of current legislation, policies and procedures; Highways Act, NRSWA, Traffic Management Act, Traffic Regulation Act, CDM etc.
- Significant experience of developing and project managing civil engineering projects and works programmes.
- Strong customer focus and able to liaise with customers and clients. Applicants must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
- Good organisational skills using IT systems to accurately capture, store and retrieve information.
- Ability to interpret maps, plans and Engineering Drawings.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer .
Interested in Flexible Working?
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.
For More Information Or An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Selim Ahmed, Senior Engineer
Telephone: 0116 305 5560
Email: Selim.Ahmed@leics.gov.uk
How To Apply
At Leicestershire County Council we’re looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what’s on your CV. That’s why we’ve designed a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.
If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application, ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above. Without this information, we won’t be able to assess your suitability for the role, and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement, see the How to Apply section on our career site.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
For More Information Or An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Selim Ahmed, Senior Engineer
Telephone: 0116 305 5560
Email: Selim.Ahmed@leics.gov.uk
How To Apply
At Leicestershire County Council we’re looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what’s on your CV. That’s why we’ve designed a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.
If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application, ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above. Without this information, we won’t be able to assess your suitability for the role, and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement, see the How to Apply section on our career site.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post or you want to request an application pack in an alternative format, please contact our Employee Service Centre by telephoning 0300 3030222 (select option 2) or raising a ticket via our online portal: https://emss.org.uk/support .
By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
About Us
About Leicestershire County Council
At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.
Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.
Benefits
For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following:
Our Recruitment Process
Our Organisational Values
Our Employee Benefits
Working for Us
By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
About Us
About Leicestershire County Council
At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.
Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.
Benefits
For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following:
Our Recruitment Process
Our Organisational Values
Our Employee Benefits
Working for Us