Flood Risk Management Team Leader
Job ID:
Grade 10 £52,413 - £54,495 (Bar at £53,460) per annum pro rota
Permanent
Town Hall Extension, Albert Square, Manchester, M60 2LA
About The Role
Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Interview Method: Face to Face
Legal Right to Work: Applicants must have existing right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.
Qualification - Must hold a minimum of a HNC / HND in Engineering or another relevant subject with significant experience working as a water/flood management professional.
Casual Car Documentation- The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.
The Highways Service plays a vital role in leading, managing, and delivering all highway-related activities across Manchester, ensuring the city’s road network is maintained and improved to meet future needs. With ambitious plans to deliver the Greater Manchester Transport Strategy 2040 and national transport priorities, the scale of work ahead offers exceptional opportunities for career growth across a wide range of professional disciplines. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Development and Growth area of Highways which works with partners to shape a strategic pipeline of projects for the next 5–10 years, aligned with Manchester’s vision for growth. Join us and be part of a team driving transformative change for the city’s transport network.
If you are successful you will lead a team of technical experts in assessing planning applications and managing flood risk across Manchester. This role involves providing specialist advice on surface water management, SuDS design, and compliance with national and local policies, as well as issuing land drainage consents and maintaining the flood risk asset register. You’ll investigate flooding incidents, liaise with developers, planners, and other authorities, and ensure legal and safety standards are met. Strong knowledge of hydrology, hydraulic assessments, SuDS, and relevant legislation is essential, along with experience in GIS and asset management. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in protecting communities and shaping sustainable development.
For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Muniza Usmani, at 0161 234 1543 and muniza.usmani@manchester.gov.uk to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.
About the Candidate
We are seeking a Flood Risk Management Team Leader to lead the flood risk management team in delivering the responsibilities of the Lead Local Flood Authority. In this role, you will oversee the assessment of planning applications as a key consultee, ensuring timely and expert advice to support sustainable development. You will manage a team providing technical guidance, maintain the flood risk asset database, respond to data requests from developers and the public, and issue land drainage consents on behalf of MCC. Additionally, you will attend flooding incidents on MCC land, working closely with the Highway Maintenance Team to provide reactive support and recommendations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong knowledge of flood risk management and excellent leadership skills to make a real impact in protecting communities and shaping future development.
Candidates must demonstrate the following generic skills requirements for the role:
The following essential technical standards are required for candidates to be considered:
About Us
We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.
Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:
Benefits we offer
Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council
At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.
Support During the Process
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:
When You Join Us
We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:
For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk.
What we will need from you if you're successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.
Pre-Employment Checks
If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:
These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.
Other relevant information
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
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Manchester City Council is the local government authority for Manchester, a city and metropolitan borough in Greater Manchester, England. It is composed of 96 councillors, three for each of the 32 electoral wards of Manchester. The council is controlled by the Labour Party and led by Sir Richard Leese.