Senior FCERM Engineer

Senior FCERM Engineer

Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) Engineer to play a leading role in delivering the Council's statutory responsibilities.

This is a strategic role with a strong focus on flood risk and coastal erosion policy development, statutory functions, planning consultation and asset management. We're looking for a professional with substantial experience in flood and coastal erosion risk management, policy development, stakeholder engagement and infrastructure project delivery. You'll bring excellent technical knowledge, strong leadership skills and the ability to influence strategic decision-making at local and regional levels.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the Council's statutory duties, including flood investigations and strategy development.
• Managing and maintaining the Council's flood risk and coastal erosion asset records, including the statutory Asset Register.
• Providing expert responses to planning applications, marine licence applications and national consultations relating to flood and coastal erosion risk.
• Developing policies, strategies and programmes that support climate resilience and sustainable development across Northumberland.
• Working closely with partners including the Environment Agency, Northumbrian Water, planning authorities and other risk management organisations.
• Supporting the development and delivery of flood alleviation and coastal protection projects, securing external funding and managing programme delivery.

We're looking for a professional with substantial experience in flood and coastal erosion risk management, policy development, stakeholder engagement and infrastructure project delivery. You'll bring excellent technical knowledge, strong leadership skills and the ability to influence strategic decision-making at local and regional levels.

This is an excellent opportunity to shape Northumberland's approach to flood and coastal resilience while making a meaningful difference to communities across the county.

Why Choose Us

• A commitment to flexible working and flexibility around family and caring commitments
• A generous Pension scheme
• A generous annual leave package of 26 days increasing to 31 after 5 years' service

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