• Carrying out of engineering and ancillary duties as assigned and provide support to senior personnel.
• Aid in the design, implementation and project management of national road improvements projects in accordance with TII standards and procedures and statutory procedures.
• Aid in the operation and management of the national road network in accordance with TII standards and procedures and statutory procedures.
• Aid in the designing and preparation of contract documents, tendering, drafting recommendations on appointment of successful service providers and contractors.
• Supervision and contract administration of service and works contracts.
• Assist in the preparation and management of programmes and budgets.
• Identifying opportunities for improvements or achievements of efficiencies in service delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and regulations, and Waterford City & County Council’s Safety Management Systems.
• Ensuring works are implemented in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations including planning and procurement requirements.
• Implementation and development of in-house quality management systems.
• Assist in assessing planning applications from an engineering perspective.
• Dealing efficiently, effectively and professionally at all times with stakeholders including TII, Government Departments, Local Authority staff, elected members, community groups, businesses, and residents.
• Liaising with and responding to other local authorities, government departments and statutory agencies where required.
• Compiling, preparing and presenting reports as necessary to a variety of stakeholders. 
• Carry out duties in a politically neutral manner, with a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the local authority.
• Deputising for the Executive Engineer or other senior grade when required.
• Undertaking any other duties as may be required or assigned, from time to time.

• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• self motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative in a work place environment
• sufficient knowledge and understanding of engineering works
• good judgment and problem solving skills
• competency in the area of information technology
• current class B drivers licence and access to own car
• flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of a normal office hours as required

1. Character

2. Health

3. Education and Experience
   1. Candidates shall hold an honours degree (level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering;
   2. have at least two years satisfactory relevant engineering experience; and
   3. possess a high standard of technical training and experience;

• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safety regulations.
• Have satisfactory experience in the management of staff and in organising and implementing work programmes;
• The ability to demonstrate good analytical and IT skills.
• Evidence of planning and organising skills including awareness of resource management.
• Report writing and presentation skills and the ability to communicate clearly with others.
• Evidence of self-sufficiency, being capable of evaluating proposals and identifying improvements on a proactive basis and adapting readily to change.
• An ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks.
• Proven ability to: Identify problems and contribute to solutions; Communicate effectively; Deliver quality work and services;
• Candidates must hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of Category B vehicles

Human Resources Department