At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Highways & Infrastructure team with engineering and administrative tasks.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on improving local road networks.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and enjoy a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for training and career growth in local government.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community by ensuring safe and efficient roads.
- Qualifications: Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Project Support Officer to join the Highways and Transportation service area. The role is to provide engineering technical, business and administrative support to the Highways & Infrastructure team.
The Highways & Infrastructure team is responsible for managing, maintaining and improving the borough's road network and associated highway assets. The team plans and delivers both routine maintenance and major improvement schemes to keep roads safe, resilient and fit for purpose. They also provide technical expertise, manage contracts, and ensure works comply with legislation, standards and budgetary constraints.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a key support function for the Highways & Infrastructure team.
- Manage enquiries, coordinate and communicate with stakeholders.
- Provide technical and administrative assistance to deliver highway works efficiently, on time and to agreed standards.
- Maintain accurate records and coordinate information to support service delivery.
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Strong customer service, communication, organisational and IT skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively, manage time and workloads effectively, and maintain accurate records.
- Knowledge of highways, local government processes and specialist ICT systems can be developed in the role through experience, training and on‑the‑job support.
Project Support Officer employer: North Tyneside Council
Join our Highways and Transportation service area as a Project Support Officer, where you will be part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing the borough's road network. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values professional growth, offering training and development opportunities to help you excel in your role. With a focus on community impact and a supportive environment, this position not only provides meaningful work but also allows you to contribute to the safety and resilience of our local infrastructure.
