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Job DescriptionMake sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.Job Description: Planned Maintenance Assistant EngineerPay Rate: 17.60 per hourLocation: Town Hall Extension, Albert Square, Manchester, M60 2LAContract: TemporaryRole PurposeReporting to an Engineer or Team Leader, the Assistant Engineer will support the development and delivery of planned maintenance schemes and assist with day-to-day coordination of site activities. The role involves supporting surveys, data validation, contractor liaison, and documentationhelping ensure programmes are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in identifying and assessing carriageway and footway sections requiring maintenance.Support Engineers in reviewing and validating Gaist roadscape intelligence and other condition data to assist programme development.Help prepare outline designs for maintenance schemes, including resurfacing, reconstruction, micro-asphalt, and surface dressing.Assist in preparing cost estimates, schedules of work and traffic management requirements.Coordinate with contractors during scheme delivery, including:Supporting site inspectionsRecording progressReporting issuesEnsuring safe and effective delivery of worksPrepare documentation for TTRO/permit applications and support stakeholder notifications.Maintain accurate records, drawings/plans and site notes, reporting progress to Engineers and Team Leaders.Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders to ensure successful programme delivery.Person SpecificationEssentialPractical experience or demonstrable knowledge of highways maintenance and resurfacing activities.Good site assessment skills, including measurement, condition recording, and identifying constraints.Awareness of resurfacing and preventative treatments, with willingness to develop technical understanding.Understanding of traffic management principles and Temporary Traffic Regulation requirements.Experience liaising with internal/external stakeholders (e.g., Network Management, TfGM, residents, contractors).Understanding of permits, public notices and general highway works processes.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain detailed records.Good communication skills (written and verbal).Competent IT skills with the ability to read or produce basic drawings or marked-up plans.Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to various sites across Manchester.DesirableFamiliarity with MCC systems such as SAP and GMRAPS.Understanding of highway maintenance contract environments.Experience with GIS mapping and mobile data capture tools. xjdpvnf Working toward professional membership (e.g., CIHT, ICE).Knowledge of Greater Manchester network operations, including TfGM and UTC.