Purpose of the post
•Ensure that the people of Gwynedd are at the heart of everything we do.
•To develop a personal specialist expertise in technical related issues primarily the preparation of drawings and documents using various computer software packages
•To take a leading role in the development of technical and drawing skills within Unit and the junior staff (Technicians)
•To be part of a flexible project team and assist engineering and technical staff on projects.
•To assist in ensuring that YGC operates on a commercial basis and adapts itself to compete effectively.
•To have full commitment to satisfy client needs.
•If necessary assist the Engineers Representative with their duties on construction projects
•To fulfil requirements of health and safety and environmental legislation
•To assist in the requirements for financial control of part of a project.
Responsibility for functions
•To acquire and maintain an up to date knowledge of:-
•current best practice in design issues
•technical standards and developments (including current technology),and professional and statutory responsibilities (including e.g. those underthe Health and Safety at Work etc. Act, 1974, Wildlife & Countryside Act 1982, Habitat Regulations 1994 and appropriate Regulations e.g. CDM regulations) and of their application relevant to the work and functions being carried out.
•To control subordinate staff.
•To deputise for the immediate superior in his/her absence.
•Ensure that YGC meets the requirements of the Council.
•To ensure that all staff timesheets and approvals are completed in accordance with YGC procedures.
•The post holder is expected to be aware of the requirements of Health and Safety and to collaborate with YGC’s Health and Safety representative.
•Responsibility for information management in accordance with the Council's information management standards and guidelines. Ensure that personal information is handled in compliance with Data Protection legislation.
Main duties
•develop and maintain a practical and professional relationship withclients.
•to assist engineering and technical staff in completing projects including a range of technical administrative and drawing office duties commensurate with the individual postholder’s level of training, experience and competence
•To complete Highways Infrastructure Inspection, Assessment and Maintenance work
•The supervision of financial, administrative and technical control of Works of construction, investigation, assessment or maintenance executed on behalf of the Client.
•Ensure that projects comply with health and safety and Environmental legislation and regulations.
•To assist in the Supervision of works on construction sites when required and to undertake delegated responsibilities and duties accordingly
•To operate computer systems and software. Assist in the development of software systems within YGC.
•To liase with other services, statutory undertakers, other authorities, external organisations, and individuals concerning all aspects of the works
•To report to, and receive instructions from, Senior staff, both regularly and as necessary to ensure proper progress of the work
•To supervise and guide the work and development of subordinate staff
•Other relevant administrative and technical duties commensurate with the seniority of the post.
•Responsibility for self-development.
•Ensure compliance with Health and Safety rules in the workplace in accordance with the responsibilities noted in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Council’s Health and Safety Policy.
•Operate within the Council’s policies in relation to equal opportunities and equality.
•Responsible for managing information in accordance with the Council’s information management guidelines. Ensure that personal information is treated in accordance with Data Protection legislation.
•Commitment to reducing the Council’s carbon emissions in accordance with the Carbon Management Plan, and to encourage others to act positively towards reducing the Council’s Carbon Footprint.
•Undertake any other reasonable duty which corresponds to the salary level and responsibility level of the job.
•Responsibility to report any worry or suspicion that a child or vulnerable adult is being abused
Special circumstances
•Control own expenditure on projects
•Ability to work under pressure
•The requirement to work outside office hours at Public Inquiries, consultations, exhibitions and Council meetings etc
