Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer



* Location: Cowal (Argyll and Bute) – FLS Glenbranter home office



* Salary: £34,362 - £36,658 plus 28.97 percent pension contribution into defined benefits scheme



* Contractual hours: 37



* Basis: Full time



* Region: Central



* Job reference: REQ0865



Working at Forestry and Land Scotland is all about ‘People, Pride and Purpose.’ Join us and take pride in supporting the economy, protecting and enhancing the environment by managing Scotland’s forests and land.



Forestry and Land Scotland is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Central Region team and take on the challenge of planning, designing, and managing construction projects in the stunning Cowal area of Argyll and Bute.



As a Civil Engineer with FLS, you will:



* Design and construct roads, bridges, access routes, and recreational infrastructure.



* Locate and manage quarries.



* Adapt infrastructure to address climate change challenges, including reducing landslip hazards and managing increased water runoff.



We are looking for someone who is:



* Practical and a problem solver with a strong knowledge of engineering design and contracts.



* Experienced in managing construction projects.



* Enthusiastic about sustainable land management.



* Enjoys working with others and being out in nature.



What We Offer:



* A chance to work in one of Scotland's most beautiful regions.



* Opportunities to collaborate with a dedicated team.



* We are a hugely flexible employer and we are proud to be known for our approach to ensuring a healthy work life balance.



* A significant pension contribution into a defined benefits scheme



* Vast range of employee discounts and many more benefits



If this interests you, please see the job description and success profile for a full overview of the role.



Please note that interviews are likely to be held the week commencing the 16th December 2024.



Closing date: 8 December 2024