Civil Technician

The Role

Mayo County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Civil Technician Grade I.

The Civil Technician Grade I is a key support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Civil Technician Grade I will work under the direction and management of the Executive Technician or analogous grade or other employee designated by the Senior Executive Officer, Senior Engineer or Director of Services as appropriate.

The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers.

The role requires a clear knowledge and understanding of local authority services and its key stakeholders and relationships, local government structures and its democratic role and mandate, current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of the sector.

Successful applicants may be assigned to any service area/role within the local authority by the Chief Executive at any time.

Qualifications

1. Character

Candidates shall be of good character.

2. Health

Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

3. Education, Training, Experience

Each Candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

(i) have passed the National Council for Educational Awards / H.E.T.A.C. National Certificate Final Examination in:

• Civil Engineering, or

• Geo-surveying, or

• Construction Studies, or

• Construction Studies in Building Maintenance, or

• Construction Studies in Architectural Graphics

Or hold an equivalent qualification,

AND

(ii) have, on the latest date for the receipt of completed application forms for the office, at least three years satisfactory relevant experience after attaining the qualification concerned,

Or

(iii)

(a) have, on the latest date for receipt of completed application form, satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II level, or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State,

and

have at least three years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II level or in an analogous office,

Or

(b) have satisfactory service in a technician post at Grade I or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State,

(iv) possess adequate training or experience relating to the control and supervision of staff.

In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications to meet the requirements above.

Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document.

4. Requirement – Driving Licence

Candidates shall be required to possess a full current category B Driving Licence, without any endorsements.

5. Desirable

It is desirable that the successful candidate demonstrates the following through the completion of their application form and at interview:

a) A career record that demonstrates satisfactory civil technician experience.

b) An ability to plan and execute surveys for mapping, etc.

c) An ability to plan and prioritise work effectively and to work under pressure (both independently and as part of a team).

d) A strong sense of innovation and problem-solving skills and flexibility in their approach to work.

e) A strong sense of ownership of their work and attention to detail.

f) An ability to take direction/follow instruction.

g) An ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports.

h) Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to engage and work in consultation with a wide range of stakeholders.

i) A good understanding of safety management in workplace including Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations.

6. Citizenship

Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be:

a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or

b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or

c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or

d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or

e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or

f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa.

Particulars of the Post

1. Position

A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which permanent and temporary appointments may be made. This is a pensionable whole-time position on the basis of a 35-hour 5-day week.

2. Salary

The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services which are required by or under any enactment to perform.

SALARY SCALE:

€48,760 – €49,498 – €50,463 – €51,430 – €52,399 – €53,391 – €54,307 – €56,037

LSI I (after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum) – LSI II €57,790 (after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum).

The starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.

3. Duties

The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and:

a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and

b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a),

under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine.

The following are among the principal duties envisaged:

a) Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned.

b) Operating the appropriate technology and software systems as required.

c) Assisting in designing and producing draft and final workings/drawings.

d) Assisting in producing draft and final tender and contract documents.

e) Undertaking surveying, including GPS surveying equipment.

f) Estimating project technical or resource requirements.

g) Reading and reviewing maps, drawings, plans and specifications.

h) Preparation of public consultation display material.

i) Carrying out land registry searches and folio searches.

j) Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

k) Managing and maintaining work files and providing progress reports.

l) Provision of technical supervision and support.

m) Being accountable for efficient and effective processing of work assigned.

n) Liaising with other departments, members of the public and external agencies.

o) Supporting the management and implementation of Health and Safety.

p) Supervision of staff/projects assigned.

q) Contributing to staff and team development initiatives.

r) Assisting with the preparation of estimates.

The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved.

4. Competencies

Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include two practical examples which demonstrate these competencies.

Delivering Results

• Understands and complies with work quality standards.

• Identifies problems early and takes appropriate action.

• Shows good judgement and decision making.

• Contributes to operational and team plans.

• Assumes responsibility for agreed objectives.

Performance Through People – Communicating Effectively

• Recognises the value of effective communication.

• Demonstrates good written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

• Responds in a timely and accurate way.

• Demonstrates ownership and commitment.

• Motivates others to deliver quality outcomes.

Personal Effectiveness

• Keeps up with developments and best practice.

• Seeks constructive feedback.

• Identifies areas for improvement.

• Participates in development opportunities.

Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development

• Knowledge of the role of Civil Technician Grade I.

• Relevant experience.

• Understanding of local government legislation and policy.

• Understanding of Health and Safety policy and procedures.

Candidates will also be assessed at interview on their Relevant Knowledge and Experience.

5. Residence

Holders of the position shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.

6. Annual Leave

Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per year.

7. Travel

Mayo County Council reserves the right to provide a vehicle at the discretion of the Chief Executive.

8. Shortlisting

Where necessary, a shortlisting process will apply. This may include:

• Assessment of application forms

• Written, oral or practical tests

• Preliminary interviews