Graduate Engineer

Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 19 October 2026

Closing Date: Sunday 4 October 2026

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary

FC7 £34,914.86 to £43,437.09

Working Pattern

36 Hours Per Week

Location

Bankhead Central, Glenrothes

Supporting Statement

As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed.

Job Details

Fife Council is seeking a dynamic and innovative Graduate Engineer to join our Structural Services team, with a main focus on Flooding, Shorelines, and Harbours. This is your chance to make a significant impact by integrating cutting-edge solutions into our operations.

To assist the Lead Consultants and Service Manager in the design and construction management of Structure, Coastal, and Flooding related projects. Also, to assist in Feasibility Studies, Asset Management, and Engineering Contracts related activities.

The Person

Educated to SCQF level 10, which includes an Honours Degree or equivalent, preferably in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Hydrology, or similar.

Participating in inspections and applying in-depth theoretical technical knowledge and experience in civil engineering and hydrology in the identification of problems with existing roads, watercourses, and structures.

Assisting in the development of Roads, Flooding, Shoreline, and/or Structures related design solutions, from initial assessment and option appraisal, through detailed design and contract supervision.

Assisting in the preparation of contract documentation related to design solutions including but not limited to the preparation of sketches and drawings, scopes, specifications, tender documentation, and bills of quantity.

Assisting in preparing cost estimates in relation to maintenance and design solutions, and continuously monitor expenditure and cost projections in the implementation of projects. Reporting financial information to the Lead Consultant on a regular basis.

Assisting in Risk Assessment in relation to design solutions and routine activities, such as inspections, and contribute to the development of pre-construction Health and Safety Information and completion of Health and Safety files, in order to ensure compliance with all appropriate Health and Safety legislation, in particular the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

The above is not an exhaustive list of the role.

IT skills including experience with Autocad, GIS, and other related software packages are preferable.

Further Information

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Employee Benefits: Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services.

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