Technical Assistant (Engineering)

Salary details: £ - £

Job Opportunity: Technical Assistant (Engineering)

Location: Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, S42 6NG & Homeworking

💼 Section: Engineering Services

🕒 Full-Time 37 Hours | Permanent

      Salary - Grade 6 - £26,824 to £28,598

📅 Closing Date: 30 November 2025

Are you ready to support the infrastructure that keeps communities running?

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Engineering Technical Assistant to join our dynamic Engineering Services team.

 About the Role

As Technical Assistant, you’ll provide hands-on support across drainage services, street lighting, and street nameplates, while also assisting with inspections, surveys, and minor construction projects. You’ll be a key player in maintaining accurate records, liaising with contractors and the public, and ensuring the smooth operation of engineering functions.

 What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to read technical drawings and use Microsoft Office
• Experience with AutoCAD or GIS-based systems (desirable)
• Knowledge of drainage and surfacing defects (desirable)
• Valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle

What You’ll Get

• Competitive Pay: Annual salary progression all the way to the top of the pay scale
• Work-Life Balance: Based Wingerworth, with homeworking available
• Career Growth: Ongoing training to build your skills and advance your career
• Perks & Benefits:
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 35 days after 5 years)
• Discounted access to four leisure centres
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

Why Choose Us?

North East Derbyshire District Council isn’t just a workplace—it’s a community. Join us and become part of a talented, supportive team that’s passionate about making a difference. If you’re ready to grow your skills, take pride in your work and help shape our future, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: ne-derbyshire.gov.uk.

Apply today!

If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies or via Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account.  You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application.  Applications close midnight, 30 November 2025

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on 01246 231111 or emailing: Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk