At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and design traffic regulation schemes, including casualty reduction and parking projects.
- Company: Join Westmorland and Furness Council's South Lakeland team as a Traffic Management Officer.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave allowance.
- Other info: The position involves both office work and site visits across the area.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to impact road safety and traffic management in your community.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have highways experience and knowledge of traffic orders and road safety audits.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking an experienced and proactive individual to join our South Lakeland team as a Traffic Management Officer. This is a key role supporting the delivery of a wide range of traffic and road safety schemes. You will be responsible for the preparation, design, and processing of both temporary and permanent traffic regulation schemes, including casualty reduction, parking, and small-scale traffic management projects.
The role includes producing scheme drawings, drafting reports, issuing work packages and contracts, and ensuring all works comply with legislation and council procedures. As part of the South Lakeland team, you will help manage a busy and varied workload, supporting the programming and delivery of schemes across the area. You will supervise technical staff, liaise with contractors and stakeholders, and provide advice to Members and the public. This is a predominantly office-based role with some site visits and meetings.
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for someone with highways experience and a strong understanding of traffic orders, road safety audits, and design of traffic signs and road markings. You should be confident in managing projects, communicating effectively, and working collaboratively in a team environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, customer-focused, and flexible, with excellent written and interpersonal skills.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discount schemes.
Traffic Management Officer – WMF2999e in Kendal employer: Kirklees Metropolitan Council
Westmorland and Furness Council offers a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave. The South Lakeland team focuses on delivering effective traffic management solutions for local communities.
Contact Details:
Kirklees Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
