Information about the Organisation:
Cork County Council has responsibility for the provision of a wide variety of services to the people living and working in the county. It is the largest local authority in the country in geographical area and the second largest in terms of population and operations. The Council’s administrative area is 7,460 square kilometres, consisting of rural areas, towns and villages and 1,200km of coastline, and is home to a population of over 360,000. It is served by 55 elected members, who represent 10 electoral areas.
Cork County Council is an ambitious, progressive and innovative organisation and its key role is to ensure that Cork continues to grow as a vibrant county of thriving communities with limitless opportunities. The role of the Council, as provided for in law, is to represent, lead and serve the communities of County Cork.
An opportunity now exists in Cork County Council for the position of Senior Executive Engineer.
Job Summary/Description:
The Senior Executive Engineer will be responsible for the efficient management of staff and the work programme of the directorates/department and function to which they are assigned. Managers at this level work within defined parameters relevant to the position, in accordance with the Local Authority’s vision and objectives as set out in its Corporate Plan and the role is interchangeable across directorates. Delivery of efficient services and value for money is crucial.
The Senior Executive Engineer will be required to lead a team or teams and to provide technical and managerial support across all local authority service areas and to liaise with external agencies and support the democratic process.
A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet.
We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act.
Visit www.publicjobs.ie to apply.
Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 20th August 2026
Further information is available in the Candidate Information Booklet available on the www.publicjobs.ie website.
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