Senior Executive Technician

The Role The Senior Executive Technician will be involved in the production of drawings and documents relating to the design, tender and construction of capital projects and in the operations environment. The person will also be involved in projects which could be carried out by the Council and / or by Contractors. The office is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. A panel will be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. Persons employed will be required to work in any location within the South Dublin administrative area. Climate Action Directorate Senior Executive Technicians assigned to the Climate Action Directorate will be assigned to work in Public Realm, Natural Water, or Environmental Services. Public Realm The work of the Senior Executive Technician assigned to Public Realm involves site surveying, mapping, and setting out for projects. The role also involves: Maintaining and updating Public Realm datasets and records. Mapping of utility services. Data capture and analysis in GIS. Design and preparation of maps and drawings for public consultation presentation, planning, design and construction stages. Site inspections. Setting out and supervision of projects. Liaising with consultants and other stakeholders. Dealing with enquiries from Councillors, the public and other departments. Provision of mapping, surveying and technical support services to other Sections. Management of procurement processes in line with public procurement guidelines and legislation. Supervision of staff and management of the Performance Management Development System. The ideal candidate will possess a good working knowledge and experience of topographical surveying techniques The ideal candidate will possess a good working knowledge and strong ability in the use of AutoCAD, ArcGIS and GIS analysis, drawing and mapping techniques. Natural Water The work of the Senior Executive Technician assigned to Natural Water includes a role in capital projects and minor works schemes being undertaken to address flood management or water quality objectives. This may include surface water studies, stormwater network upgrades, or flood alleviation schemes arising from the Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAMs) study. It involves ensuring technical compliance and alignment with the following documents, -County Development Plan -SDCCs Climate Action Plan 2024- 2029 -SDCCs Sustainable Drainage Explanatory Design and Evaluation Guide -OPWs The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities -The Greater Dublin Regional Code of Practice, -Greater Dublin Strategic Drainage Study (GDSDS), -Building Regulations, and other statutory technical standards. On-site inspections to maintain quality control will form part of the job duties. It includes the carrying out of surveys, collecting data and updating records and systems for SDCC in GIS and other systems, as necessary. This includes the management of asset registers and associated mapping for SDCC, such as the stormwater network, Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDs), flood defences and all associated infrastructure. It also includes delivery of water quality related actions, such as addressing water pollution incidents and aligning with the River Basin Management Plans. The team also provides observation reports for surface water for developments as part of the planning process and stormwater network mapping upon request. Enforcement & Licensing The work of the Senior Executive Technician assigned to Enforcement & Licensing, includes a role in the monitoring for compliance and enforcement of waste related activities subject to Waste Management Act 1996, as amended, South Dublin County Council Bye-Laws and other waste and litter related legislation. On-site inspections of waste facilities, waste collectors (both permitted and unpermitted), construction sites, retailers, and commercial and household waste arrangements will be a key element to their daily duties. The Senior Executive Technician role also includes carrying out surveys, mapping, collection of data, updating of council records, providing written inspection reports including recommendation of enforcement actions and the preparation of enforcement case files for legal proceedings. The role includes assessing compliance for Producer Responsibility Initiatives covering tyres, waste electrical and electronic equipment, plastic bags, packaging, and deposit return scheme products. The Senior Executive Technician will be expected to work closely with other enforcement officers and agencies on areas of common interest and in multi-agency activities. Planning and Transport Directorate Senior Executive Technicians assigned to the Planning and Transport Directorate will be assigned to work in one of the following sections: Road Maintenance, Design or Construction, Traffic or Land Use in the Planning section. The Senior Executive Technician in Traffic will be involved in the survey, design and implementation of works to resolve traffic management issues. This includes assessing traffic management items and requests arising from traffic correspondence from various sources. The successful candidate will be involved in the production of Autocad and GIS drawings and documents relating to the design, tender and construction of Capital Road Projects and Traffic Management Operations and will manage, supervise and assign works to the traffic crew. In the management of this outdoor crew, the candidate shall be responsible for the management of SDCCs safe systems of work, site safety guidance, regulations and processes. Key areas of responsibility are road signage, road marking and road / school safety and the improvement of pedestrian infrastructure in the county. This role will involve representing the Traffic section at Traffic Management Meetings (TMM), community groups, external organisations, working directly with Councillors, the public and other state agencies in conjunction with senior management to resolve issues raised within the Councils administrative area. The Senior Executive Technician in Roads Maintenance will be required to deal with enquiries from Councillors, the public and other departments. They will be involved in the provision of mapping, surveying and technical support services to the Roads Maintenance, Construction, Forward Planning and Building Control Sections. The ideal candidate will possess a good working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS drawing and mapping techniques. Supervision of staff will also be required. Salary €56,178 - €57,313 - €58,880 - €61,544 - €63,158 - €65,409 (LSI1) - €67,663 (LSI2) Hours of Work The successful candidates normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. SDCC reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for this position is 30 days. Qualifications Character Candidates will be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Essential Education, Training and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: 1.Have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade One or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, 2.Have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade Two or higher level or an analogous post, 3.Have a thorough knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work and possess such training or experience as would enable them to take charge of such a section of the work, 4.Have adequate experience in dealing with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, 5.Have adequate experience in the direction, supervision and control of staff, and 6.Possess technical training and experience of a high standard and adequate administrative ability. Desirable Education, Training and Experience 1.Possess good professional knowledge and skills. 2.Be able to work independently or within multi-disciplined teams. 3.Be capable of working on their own initiative. 4.Possess good interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people. 5. Possess good organisation skills. 6.Possess good IT and presentation skills including a working knowledge of AutoCAD. Experience in the use of Microstation and G.I.S. software will be considered an advantage. 7.Have a good understanding of safety management in the workplace including health and safety legislation and regulations. 8.Candidates should be a holder of a full driving license, Category B, free from endorsement and provide their own vehicle for use in carrying out their Council duties. Their motor insurance policy must indemnify the Council. Key Competencies / Skills Management and change Delivering results Performance through People Personal effectiveness Local government knowledge and understanding Candidates are requested to give an example of a situation which highlights the behaviour, skills and attitude that underpin effective performance in some of these areas and which demonstrates their suitability to meet the challenges of this role. Candidates should ensure the example used clearly demonstrates their ability in this area and that the scale and scope of the example given is appropriate to the post and level of the post. Please note that all competencies will also be assessed during the interview process. Duties Applicants must have a good standard of written and spoken English to effectively carry out the duties of the role. Duties will include but are not limited to: 1.Assisting in implementing the Capital Programme and the Annual Road / Traffic Improvement Programme. 2.Carry out surveys, collect data and update the GIS records on SDCC systems, as necessary. 3.Assist in the response to questions raised by the public, consultants and contractors in relation to maps and records. 4. Assist in the maintenance and improvement of Road and Traffic Infrastructure, Public Realm, Open Spaces and Parks. 5.Be familiar with best practice, current legislation and with Council policies in relation to Transportation, Planning, Public Realm and Environment. 6.Assist in promoting the concept of a 'safe place of work'. Help to ensure compliance with the relevant Health and Safety legislation and SDCC Health and Safety policies. 7.Making sure that customer care questions and Councillor / Oireachtas Members issues are properly researched, and details provided to allow responses to be provided in a timely and effective manner. 8.The supervision of other technician staff under the direction of the Senior Parks Superintendent or Senior Engineer, as appropriate. 9.Use a range of computer equipment in the course of their duties. 10.Use a range of ICT and Smart Phones and any future upgrade, provided by Council in the course of their duties. 11.Keep and furnish such records and reports relating to the duties as directed. 12.The management of assigned members of staff including developing work programmes, assigning tasks, monitoring delivery through the Performance Management Development System (PMDS). These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and are carried out under general guidance.

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