Forestry Civil Engineer
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We are working on behalf of a leading public sector environmental organisation in Wales to recruit a Forestry Civil Engineer to join their Integrated Engineering team in the South Wales. This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineering professional to take on a varied role supporting forestry infrastructure across Wales - delivering projects that directly contribute to sustainable land management and environmental protection.The RoleYou will support the delivery of the annual forestry engineering programme, helping to plan and oversee civil engineering works across the forest estate. Working closely with contractors, internal teams and stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with environmental standards.You'll play a key part in the planning of harvesting operations, maintenance of forestry road networks, and delivery of infrastructure projects, with responsibilities spanning contract supervision, inspections, surveying, reporting and budget monitoring.The organisation supports flexible and hybrid working, with office location agreed within the South Central area of Wales.Key ResponsibilitiesManage construction, upgrade and maintenance of forest roads and harvesting facilities within budgetInspect roads and footbridges at scheduled intervals and maintain accurate recordsCarry out quarry and borrow pit inspections in line with regulations and report any breachesPlan and prioritise resources to ensure projects meet time, cost and quality standardsMonitor budgets and highlight risks of under/overspendUndertake EDM/level survey work and setting-out activitiesProduce contract drawings and technical documentationCompile tender documentation and drawingsLiaise with statutory bodies and stakeholders regarding proposed worksEnsure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards (including CDM 2015)Participate in incident response activities when requiredEssential Experience / SkillsApplicants will be assessed against the following criteria:Civil engineering contract management and project planning experienceUnderstanding of NEC3 contractsKnowledge of CDM 2015 and construction H&S/environmental risk managementExperience of working in rural/upland environments and knowledge of forest road constructionUnderstanding of concrete and timber bridge construction techniquesFamiliarity with Forest and Water Guidelines and the Water Framework DirectiveKnowledge of Quarry Regulations (1999) and quarry management processesWorking knowledge of AutoCAD (or similar CAD packages)Knowledge of MS ProjectExperience delivering projects through framework contractsExperience managing individuals or teamsExperience compiling tenders and drawingsMembership of a professional body (e.g. ICE) is desirableWhat's On OfferCivil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97%28 days annual leave, rising to 33 daysGenerous leave entitlements for all your life needsCommitment to professional developmentHealth and wellbeing benefits and supportWeekly wellbeing hour to use as you chooseApply NowTo apply or to request further details, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment directly to discuss the role and application process in confidence.JBRP1_UKTJ
- Location:
- Cardiff
- Job Type:
- FullTime
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