Job Description
Senior Engineer (Transport Contracts and Design) – Waverley Court
Salary: £46,023 - £54,476
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks
The City of Edinburgh Council is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation committed to making Edinburgh a great place to live, work, and visit. We take pride in our diverse workforce and strive to create an inclusive environment where innovation and excellence thrive. If you are an enthusiastic, talented and experienced engineer looking to make a significant impact on a vibrant city, we invite you to join our team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a small team of engineers, technicians and supervisors in delivering the Council's annual road and footway maintenance programme.
Manage and execute transport‑related projects, including active travel initiatives and road safety improvements.
Drive forward projects that enhance the city’s infrastructure, sustainability and quality of life for all residents.
Benefits
Competitive salary and pension scheme.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Flexible working arrangements.
Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Employee well‑being initiatives.
Access to a range of employee benefits and discounts.
The City of Edinburgh Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the city's vibrant community.
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre‑employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
We are committed to a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work. Our new interview and assessment approach is designed to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
For more detail, see our Behaviours page: https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/behaviours
Happy to talk flexible working.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
November 22, 2025
Job Type:
Technology
Location:
United Kingdom
Company:
The City of Edinburgh Council
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