Job Introduction
Are you an experienced highways engineer who wants to make a difference to delays and congestion within the 5,500 miles of road network in Lincolnshire? Are you a diligent and hardworking person with a passion for customer care, and excellent communication skills?
Are you interested in working for an organisation that is keen to provide exceptional service to local communities and event organisers, where you can make a difference? If so, we have the role for you.
About the Role
We are currently looking for a person who can ensure the efficient use of the Highway Network in south Lincolnshire, covering areas such as Spalding, Kirton, and Donington. You will coordinate all permit requests within your area and carry out site inspections. You will have an overview of all activity on the highway in your area, including events. You will provide timely and expert advice to stakeholders and contractors on all street works related matters, including traffic management. You will safeguard the needs of all road users and residents whilst helping to facilitate works on the highway, organising these in the most efficient way possible.
Working within the Lincolnshire Permit Scheme in accordance with the New Road and Street Works Act 1991, the Traffic Management Act 2004, and the Highways Act 1980 and the County Council's Policies and procedures, you will liaise with all stakeholders, including Council Members on matters relating to roadwork legislation, inspection, and enforcement.
An in-depth industry experience of specification and materials is essential, along with experience of NRSWA 1991 and traffic management legislation.
You will assist the Street Works and Permitting Manager in the interpretation and implementation of legislation and policy to safeguard the authority against potential legal challenges. This will include constant review and amendment to working practices, procedures and systems.
About You
It is essential that you hold a NRSWA Supervisors qualification and HNC in an appropriate discipline OR have a demonstrable level of knowledge and skill suitable for the role.
You will be able to communicate with stakeholders effectively and to build relationships to work towards the corporate vision of achieving more than we can on our own. You will be able to demonstrate ability in data and performance management, and a strong experience in Street Works/Highways sector.
Above all else you need to have a positive "can do" attitude and be passionate about ensuring the Lincolnshire Highways Network delivers for the residents and road users of the county.
Please note this role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area and therefore a valid driving licence and use of a car is required.
Hybrid working is a feature of this role. The successful applicant will be required to attend the office alongside the rest of the team one or two days a week. On occasion additional days may be required.
About Our Offer
Discover a career that comes with incredible benefits:
- Competitive Salary that matches your skills and expertise
- Green Book Local Government Terms
- Top-Tier Pension Scheme with up to 24% employer contributions
- Generous benefits like salary sacrifice for cars via Tusker — Drive a better car through Salary Sacrifice, plus discounts on amazing products and services across top brands with our partner Pluxee: Employee Benefit, Reward, Recognition & Incentives
- Work-Life Balance with a Full -Time 37-hour work week, flexible hours, and hybrid options
- Generous leave allowance — minimum 25 days leave to start, plus bank holidays, with the chance to buy more
- Free Financial Wellbeing Advice to support your future.
Join us for a fulfilling career that offers so much more than just a job!
Further details can be found here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact;
Richard Paul via richard.paul@lincolnshire.gov.uk
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Applications Close on 20/4/2025, interviews will be held on or after 28/4/2025
Best of luck with your application
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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