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This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy multi-disciplinary civil engineering team, managing coastal flood and erosion risk
on the south coast.
Coastal Partners provides a Coastal Risk Management Service to Havant Borough Council, Portsmouth City Council, Gosport Borough
Council, Fareham Borough Council and Chichester District Council that reduces the risks to people, and the developed and natural
environment from flooding and coastal erosion. This area includes three major harbours of significant environmental importance and
over 246km of coastline. With several exciting large-scale civil engineering projects in our portfolio, we are seeking motivated
and enthusiastic individuals to join our team.
As a Coastal Engineer/Coastal Project Engineer you will help to protect communities and shape our coastal landscape for future
generations. Working across a variety of ground-breaking studies, design and construction projects, successful candidates will
have the opportunity to be involved in all areas of the team’s work. We are particularly interested in knowledgeable candidates
with experience, or interest in the following role:
NEC Site Supervisor
Working within the Major Projects Team, alongside engineers and construction management professionals, you will be involved in
projects such as our multimillion-pound Southsea Coastal Scheme ( and North Portsea Coastal
Scheme ( You will undertake the role of an
NEC Site Supervisor, supporting the Managing Supervisor in monitoring the construction works, resolving technical issues,
undertaking tests, inspections, and surveys using GPS, total stations, laser scanners and UAV’s, along with daily record keeping,
stakeholder liaison and health & safety checks. You will be mostly site based and work alongside the client’s project and contract
managers to successfully deliver the construction phase of our coastal engineering capital and maintenance projects. We welcome
applications from candidates who wish to work across our service, but preference will be given to those who demonstrate desire and
experience to undertake the role of an NEC Site Supervisor.
You will have knowledge of civil engineering processes and construction methods and be keen to apply your skills and experience to
problem solve site issues. You will need a degree in civil engineering or closely related discipline and applications are welcome
from experienced candidates, graduates, and final year students, with relevant training provided to support your role as part of
an integrated site team. This is a career graded post with the initial salary dependent on experience and qualifications.
Why Choose Us
We are a dynamic service with a fresh and optimistic approach to meeting challenges and opportunities and are committed to
developing our people through training, qualifications, and support to offer a varied experience.
What we can offer you
A competitive salary/benefits and support for your continuous professional development.
• £26,409 to £49,764 per annum
• Generous Leave Allowance
• Free Parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working/Hybrid working
• Family Friendly Packages
Visit our website for the full range of benefits and support we offer our staff.
Interested? For full details of the role and more information about us, please visit:
[ or for an informal discussion about the role please contact Richard Ward on 07971
541388.
To Apply
Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4) minutes. Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting
statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful –
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supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile.
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 11 April 2025 and interviews will be held week commencing 5 May 2025.
Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to
acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing
date.
We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of
all backgrounds and experiences.
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The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview
Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and
expects all staff members to share this commitment.
Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be
expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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About Disability Confident
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