Highways & Transport Technical Officer

Employer:
Bracknell Forest Council
£28,492 - £33713 FTE inclusive of London Weighting
Location:
Contract:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Flexible Hours/Full Time
Hours:
37 hours per week.
DBS Check:
No
Closing Date:
21/04/2024 at 23:59
Reference:
PPR/24/276461 Streets and Places for a Connected and Accessible Bracknell ForestAt Bracknell Forest Council, we’re committed to making a real difference in our community. We aim to enhance the lives of our residents in practical, meaningful ways.Your ability to learn quickly and attention to detail can help us to build high quality, accessible places and transport networks. We’re not just about grand ideas; we’re about real results and a better, more connected Bracknell Forest, because we are Bracknell Forest.What it’s like working in our team…In our Place Directorate you will be working alongside other professionals within our highways, planning, property and land charges teams. We’re a team where we work together to help bring developments forward, ensuring access and property information are considered from the outset; helping to support other teams across the Council.Working directly with the Senior Engineer – Adoptions, GIS & Gazetteers Officer, and Senior Development Management Engineer, along with the wider team, you will see the results of your work, the better places you will help to create and the difference this makes to users of the Borough’s transport networks.You will be supported to carry out the following duties and responsibilitiesLead officer for preparation and administration of schemes for street and property naming and numberingTo deal with multiple and complex queries and to collate and disseminate information about road adoptions and public highwaysKey adviser to other members of the Directorate and other parties in relation to highways search enquiriesTo assist in the checking and supporting administration of agreements for the alteration and/or adoption of roads (Section 38 and 278 of the Highways Act 1980)The benefits you will experience are…An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networksOpportunities for flexible and agile working, we offer a hybrid model of working to promote flexible working around personal and family commitments.Generous annual leave commencing at 25 days increasing after 3 years’ service to 28 days (pro rata for part time). With additional annual leave purchase policy.Regular opportunities for development with internal and external training courses.A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.Internal sports and social club opportunities.An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingDiscounted leisure centre and gym membership.What we’re looking for…The ideal candidate combines expertise in Street Naming & Numbering and highway search enquiries. They are methodical in their approach, motivated, enthusiastic, well organised and show attention to detail. This person will be the primary officer within the Council for the statutory street naming and numbering function and should have the experience to support and direct colleagues. This role requires someone who excels in a collaborative environment and is committed to service improvement.Interview dateInterviews will be held the week commencing 6th May 2024Want to ask us a question?For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:Chand Hassan, Senior Engineer (Adoptions):01344 351160orJames Turner, Development & Adoptions Manager: 01344 351171At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age. As a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you need any adjustments at any point during the recruitment process by contacting our friendly recruitment team on ##### will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.Any candidates that are currently residing in the UK and wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.No agencies please.Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.How to applyPlease apply online via the link provided.Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
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