Coastal Engineer (career grade)
| Posting date: | 25 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Lyndhurst, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | New Forest District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Do you have a passion for the Coast?
Do you have the desire to deliver?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Coastal Engineer to join our Coastal Service. The post holder will support delivery of the Council’s Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) services across a varied and challenging coastline. Responsibilities include planning, design, procurement and supervision to deliver the Council’s coastal engineering maintenance works programme and acting as the main point of contact for minor (in‑house) coastal maintenance undertaken by NFDC Engineering Works team. The post holder will also contribute to the coastal capital programme and provide technical support across the Coastal Service.
Would you like a role that allows you to travel across our stunning New Forest District and Coastlines?
Across 60 km of the New Forest coastline, we manage a diverse range of coastal defences, including rock and timber structures, seawalls, cliffs, and the dynamic barrier beach at Hurst Spit. In this role, you’ll be integral to both our day-to-day maintenance and monitoring operations and our long-term coastal defence projects. You’ll work alongside local authorities, the Environment Agency, and specialist technical consultants to help deliver the Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy and implement the recently adopted Christchurch Bay & Harbour FCERM Strategy, taking forward the projects that arise from both.
About you
You’ll bring solid experience of working in the coastal environment and a good understanding of FCERM activities and procedures. Qualified to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant environmental or engineering discipline, you’ll have sound contract management knowledge and a practical, management knowledge and a practical, problem-solving approach. Strong IT skills, including AutoCAD and GIS. Accurate record‑keeping, and effective communication are essential, alongside good interpersonal skills and proven stakeholder engagement. Suitable experience of (coastal) engineering maintenance works, including site supervision, is required, while experience of Environment Agency business case development and partnership investment strategies is desirable.
What’s in it for you:
£40,174 up to £49,751 (career grade) plus essential user car allowance £1,239
27 - 28 days leave plus an additional 5 days for 5 years local authority continuous service
Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision
Hybrid Working
Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants
A Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40 percent on cycles and accessories
Employee Assistance Programme (free 24 hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees)
About us:
As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.
At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that’s why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self-development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance. We’re keen to support career development and help all colleagues to be the best they can be.
We are proud of our values, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)
If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.
To view full details of what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please click on the candidate pack attached.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
This post requires a Basic DBS check to be completed.
If you are interested in this role, we would love to hear from you. For further information or an informal discussion regarding the position, please contact Peter Ferguson on 023 8028 5318 or Steve Cook on 023 8028 5311.
Closing date: 11pm Sunday 22nd March 2026
Interview Dates: 15th-17th April 2026
Do you have the desire to deliver?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Coastal Engineer to join our Coastal Service. The post holder will support delivery of the Council’s Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) services across a varied and challenging coastline. Responsibilities include planning, design, procurement and supervision to deliver the Council’s coastal engineering maintenance works programme and acting as the main point of contact for minor (in‑house) coastal maintenance undertaken by NFDC Engineering Works team. The post holder will also contribute to the coastal capital programme and provide technical support across the Coastal Service.
Would you like a role that allows you to travel across our stunning New Forest District and Coastlines?
Across 60 km of the New Forest coastline, we manage a diverse range of coastal defences, including rock and timber structures, seawalls, cliffs, and the dynamic barrier beach at Hurst Spit. In this role, you’ll be integral to both our day-to-day maintenance and monitoring operations and our long-term coastal defence projects. You’ll work alongside local authorities, the Environment Agency, and specialist technical consultants to help deliver the Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy and implement the recently adopted Christchurch Bay & Harbour FCERM Strategy, taking forward the projects that arise from both.
About you
You’ll bring solid experience of working in the coastal environment and a good understanding of FCERM activities and procedures. Qualified to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant environmental or engineering discipline, you’ll have sound contract management knowledge and a practical, management knowledge and a practical, problem-solving approach. Strong IT skills, including AutoCAD and GIS. Accurate record‑keeping, and effective communication are essential, alongside good interpersonal skills and proven stakeholder engagement. Suitable experience of (coastal) engineering maintenance works, including site supervision, is required, while experience of Environment Agency business case development and partnership investment strategies is desirable.
What’s in it for you:
£40,174 up to £49,751 (career grade) plus essential user car allowance £1,239
27 - 28 days leave plus an additional 5 days for 5 years local authority continuous service
Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision
Hybrid Working
Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants
A Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40 percent on cycles and accessories
Employee Assistance Programme (free 24 hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees)
About us:
As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.
At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that’s why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self-development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance. We’re keen to support career development and help all colleagues to be the best they can be.
We are proud of our values, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)
If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.
To view full details of what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please click on the candidate pack attached.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
This post requires a Basic DBS check to be completed.
If you are interested in this role, we would love to hear from you. For further information or an informal discussion regarding the position, please contact Peter Ferguson on 023 8028 5318 or Steve Cook on 023 8028 5311.
Closing date: 11pm Sunday 22nd March 2026
Interview Dates: 15th-17th April 2026
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