At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead community projects to enhance highway safety and tackle parking issues.
- Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to improving road safety in Kirklees.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, ongoing training, excellent pension, and family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied tasks and opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in traffic law, team management, and customer service skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you have an interest in highway safety and have some knowledge of Traffic and Highway Law? Would you like to make a difference to parking and congestion on our roads and around schools? Would you enjoy a varied role where you would focus on the delivery of community schemes to improve parking and congestion throughout Kirklees? Are you a problem solver and have excellent knowledge of electronic systems? Then we have the perfect role for you!
The Team
Join our Team in Community Projects and you’ll be working in a team responsible for the preparation and processing of Traffic Regulation Orders to support the development of safe and effective traffic movements around the district. We work in a busy environment where no day’s the same. We develop, process, and deliver many different highway safety initiatives throughout Kirklees. We work closely with local councillors and members of the public as well as a number of other teams and external bodies to improve the safety of all road users including our most vulnerable users.
The Role
- Can manage a small team and help junior officers design minor traffic schemes when needed.
- Can prioritise your workloads.
- Have experience of dealing with challenging customers and have a strong customer focus.
- Can investigate and respond to requests from the public, Local Councillors and MPs and develop a range of solutions to a wide range of Highway Safety issues.
- Have the necessary skills to work in a political environment.
- Have some basic knowledge / experience of what is involved in processing ‘Traffic Regulations Orders’ and when and where they are used.
- Can consult with a wide range of people.
- Can assess the potential impacts of proposed housing on the Highway Network.
What can we offer?
- Hybrid working supporting a balance between home and work.
- A friendly and supportive team environment.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Excellent pension scheme.
- A range of family friendly policies, including flexible working.
Senior Technical Officer - Community Projects employer: Kirklees Metropolitan Council
Join our dedicated team in Community Projects, where you will play a vital role in enhancing highway safety and traffic management across Kirklees. We offer a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation, alongside opportunities for ongoing training and career development. With hybrid working options and a strong commitment to employee well-being, we ensure a fulfilling and rewarding environment for all our staff.
Contact Details:
Kirklees Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
