Port of Dover Looking for Structural Engineer at Dover, Kent Full Time

We are currently looking for a Structural Engineer to join our busy team in Dover.

This is a new role within the Structures team which manages and supervises projects teams relating to the inspection, assessment, replacement and design of new structures.

Salary: £35k-£45k per annum

Structural Engineer Duties:

• Undertaking structural design and assessment of Maritime, Highways and Buildings assets.
• Preparing and reviewing designs, specifications, drawings and contract documents.
• Working collaboratively within our engineering team and with our wider stakeholders to successfully deliver & manage projects under NEC forms of contract.
• You will be responsible for preparing project documents, managing budgets, risk and
• ensuring projects are delivered safely and in compliance with all requirements.
• Preparing technical guidance for the wider business to ensure safe use of the Port’s assets.
• Assisting with the management & implementation of the Port’s Inspections regime using our in-house team of inspectors and external consultants/Specialists as necessary and providing recommendations to the business on long term asset maintenance.

Structural Engineer Skills and Qualifications:

• BEng/MEng and Chartered Member (or working towards) of the Institution of Civil Engineers or Institution of Structural Engineers
• Thorough background (minimum 5 years post graduate experience) of undertaking structural designs to applicable Building, Highway and Maritime structural codes/standards.
• Effective communication of structural concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
• Understanding of CDM regulations

Structural Engineer Benefits:

• Work within a very diverse multi-disciplined environment
• Exciting place to work
• Be part of a fantastic team
• 25 days annual leave
• Generous Contributory pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• 3rd party discounts

About the Company:

The Port of Dover is Europe’s busiest ferry port, handling a significant proportion of the UKs trade in goods.

Each year more than 2 million freight vehicles, 2 million tourist vehicles and 10 million passengers pass through the Port. We also welcome more than 100 cruise ships, 150 cargo vessels and 4,000 leisure boats each year.

Providing the infrastructure to support this busy 24/7 operation requires a dedicated team of people working in a diverse range of roles. We are committed to developing the skills and industry knowledge of our employees to enhance performance and support the achievement of our business objectives.

If you think that you are suitable for this Structural Engineer role, please apply now!