Description

The Transportation Department/Road Section, Operations Unit, has a full-time (100%) permanent position available as a Control Engineer for an operations contract.

About the Unit

Innlandet County Municipality is a key player in community development in the Innlandet region. We have been tasked with building a modern, forward-looking, and flexible organization capable of effectively fulfilling our mandate as an active community developer.

• The Road Section of the Transportation Department in Innlandet is responsible for the operation and routine maintenance of approximately 7,000 km of county roads, including bridges and tunnels, major repair projects and resurfacing, the construction of roads and pedestrian/bicycle paths, and the operation of the Randsfjord Ferry, among other things.

This position is part of the Operations unit, which is responsible for the following deliverables:

• Professional, high-quality operation of the road network, ensuring good and safe accessibility, including emergency and corrective maintenance.
• Condition-based maintenance planning, including inspections, asset tracking, and condition assessment.

We are looking for someone who

• has relevant expertise and experience in road operations and maintenance
• has relevant expertise and experience in construction
• is comfortable using a computer and standard software
• are able to collaborate effectively with others
• have a good understanding of contracts and finance
• are familiar with regulations and guidelines within relevant fields
• have strong written and oral communication skills
• is independent, goal-oriented, and works in a structured manner
• is flexible with regard to work tasks
• wants to work in an innovative work environment
• takes a practical approach to work tasks
• is motivated to collaborate with both other units in the section and contract areas throughout the county

We offer

• an inspiring professional environment and great colleagues
• interesting work tasks
• a flexible workday—flex-time arrangement
• salary in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements
• excellent development opportunities for the right candidate
• county government employment terms with good pension and insurance plans

About the Position

• 100% permanent position
• travel is to be expected
• work location: Kongsvinger
• the successful candidate will be assigned a job code based on the position’s requirements, education, and experience, in accordance with applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring operations contracts as needed
• Serve as the permanent deputy to the construction manager
• Provide technical support to the construction manager
• Monitor the operations information system
• Contribute to the consistent execution of operations and maintenance measures
• Maintain good contact with road users and residents living near the road
• Conduct inspections of crossings and near-misses
• assist with coordination, contract initiation, and contract closure
• assist project owner personnel during major weather events
• contribute to the further development of coordination with other units and sections
• assist the construction manager with agreements with road neighbors/third parties
• report to the construction manager on the contract and assist the construction manager in following up on the contract with the contractor
• develop effective inspection plans, conduct random inspections of work performed by the operational contractors on the contract, and document and report inspection results
• Be prepared to leave home to conduct inspections in the event of special incidents
• Report on completed inspections at construction meetings
• Enter and process data in NVDB
• monitor the contractors’ quality systems and HSE efforts
• new and other tasks will be added to the position

Qualification Requirements

• Hold a relevant degree from a technical college, university, or college
• If you have extensive and relevant experience and possess the personal qualities required for the position, we may waive the educational requirement
• You have extensive relevant practical work experience, at least two years
• Class B driver’s license
• You communicate well in Norwegian, both in writing and orally. Minimum level C1 (CEFR).
• The county government is subject to the Security Act. The position may involve access to information protected under the Security Act. The successful candidate must be eligible for LIMITED clearance. Clearance is granted in accordance with the Security Act and the organization’s security regulations

Desired Qualifications

• relevant experience in the construction, operation, and maintenance of roads
• good knowledge of digital solutions, with the ability and willingness to adopt new tools

Desired Qualities

• Thrives in the role of guiding, motivating, and training employees and others within the outlined job responsibilities
• Personal suitability will be emphasized

Application

Innlandet County Council wants its workforce to reflect the diversity of the population and therefore encourages everyone who is qualified according to the job posting to apply. We will adapt the workplace if you need us to.

We never ask for BankID information during the application process. 

A police clearance certificate—no older than three months—is required for all positions in the dental health service, folk high schools, and high schools.

Please note that all applicants will be included on a public list of applicants, in accordance with Section 25 of the Public Administration Act. Exemptions from publication are granted only in exceptional cases, and you must explain why you should be exempt from publication in the text field of the application.   

The county government is an organization undergoing development and change. Job duties, areas of responsibility, and organizational structure may therefore evolve and change in line with the organization’s needs.

Please note that redundant employees of the county government may have priority for this position.

Innlandet County uses an electronic application form.

We look forward to receiving your application.