Engineer; Highways Assets

Job Description

Help maintain and protect the borough’s highways, bridges and drainage systems – keeping our streets safe and connected every day. This is a role where your engineering expertise will directly improve daily life for thousands of residents, workers and visitors. From iconic bridges to vital drainage systems, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the infrastructure that keeps our borough moving and safe.

You’ll be based in the Borough at least 3 days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Due to the nature of the role much of your time will be split between the office and other sites across the borough, combining a mixture of desk‑based duties and site inspections. Whether you’re working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents’ lives.

You’ll join our Highways Assets team, where you’ll take ownership of the planning and delivery of both planned and reactive maintenance to our bridges and drainage systems. This includes working on some of London’s most recognisable structures including Chelsea and Albert Bridges, as well as ensuring everyday road drainage infrastructure is kept to a high standard.

You’ll manage your own projects end to end, from scoping and estimating costs to commissioning contractors and overseeing delivery. You’ll carry out regular site inspections, assess conditions, supervise installations and make sure everything is completed to specification, on time and within budget.

Working with a wide range of partners – from TfL to private developers and residents you’ll represent the Council in both day‑to‑day work and in professional forums like the London Bridge Engineers Group. You’ll also review designs from developers and other internal teams, giving clear, practical advice and looking for opportunities to implement sustainable design where possible.

You’re a qualified engineer, ideally with a HNC or degree in a relevant technical subject, and you’ve already managed highway or infrastructure schemes from start to finish. You’re comfortable supervising works on site, keeping accurate records, and managing multiple tasks at once, whether you're out inspecting a bridge or responding to public enquiries.

You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office and digital systems and bring clear communication skills – both written and verbal, to explain technical issues to a range of stakeholders. You’re someone who builds strong relationships, manages expectations with tact and professionalism, and thrives in a collaborative, cross‑functional working environment.

A full UK driving licence is preferable, as a Council vehicle will be provided for site visits.

At RBKC, we’re all in – investing in our people, our communities and our future.

This is your chance to help maintain and improve some of London’s most visible and valuable public infrastructure. You’ll be part of a friendly, expert team working on meaningful projects, including our ongoing maintenance programmes.

We’ll support you with professional development opportunities, flexible working options and a clear path for career growth. You’ll receive a competitive salary and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to public safety and the borough’s long‑term resilience.

Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough.

As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all.

In this role, you’ll get stuck in from day one, solving problems on site, advising colleagues, planning essential maintenance or managing contractor relationships. Whether it’s preserving heritage bridges or preventing road flooding, your efforts will be visible, appreciated and long‑lasting.

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