Technical Support Officer

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We are seeking an ambitious, self-motivated Technical Support Officer to assist in the delivery of our Highway Licensing Activities.

The primary responsibility will be to process Greater Manchester Road Activity Permit Scheme (GMRAPS) applications and licenses accurately, ensuring all data related to Highway Permitting & Licensing is collected and recorded.

You will schedule works within defined priorities and adhere to strict deadlines set by the GMRAPS scheme and the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991.

You will check, process, and record all applications related to Highway Permitting and licensing.

Manage charges set by the Highway & Permitting team according to current fees, and oversee all processes related to highway income, ensuring all permit/license fees are paid.

Generate and record charges for fixed penalty notices, liaise with private contractors regarding permit applications, and escalate non-compliance issues with supporting evidence to the Senior Licensing Officer. The role may require covering for other team members as needed.

About you

To embody our values and behaviors, demonstrating passion, respect, pride in accuracy, responsibility, and a willingness to improve.

• Effective written and oral communication skills, well-developed numeracy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work within deadlines and targets.
• A good team player.

For inquiries or informal discussions, contact: Pam Docksey [email protected]

Note: We are not accepting candidates requiring sponsorship for this position.

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