Traffic Management Officer WMF184e

Traffic Management Officer
Westmorland and Furness Council
Location(s): County Hall Kendal
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37
Salary: 33820 - 34723
The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.

Local Government Reorganisation

Local Government in Cumbria has changed. The current six district councils and Cumbria County Council have now been replaced by two new unitary authorities - Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumberland Council.

This role will be based in and employed by Westmorland and Furness Council

Why work for Westmorland and Furness Council

Westmorland and Furness Council will be an ambitious authority that will shape public services for the better building on the best and transforming them for the future. We are committed to putting our customers and communities first and to be the heart of everything we do.

About this opportunity

This Highways team are looking for a proactive and hard-working individual to join us as
a Traffic Management Officer covering Kendal. This is a great opportunity to join a
friendly and hard-working team.

The Role

This role involves working with the traffic team liaising with members of the public and
councillors and programming the workload of the traffic team for the relevant area. This
is a predominantly office-based role with some site work / meetings and you will be
responsible for ensuring all works are undertaken in accordance with the relevant
legislation and the Councils service procedures
The work of the traffic team includes the preparation design and processing of
temporary and permanent traffic management schemes (including casualty reduction
schemes and parking schemes) liaising with the public and stakeholders and working
with colleagues both within the highways service and throughout the County Council.
Who we are looking for
The applicant must have highways experience and be familiar with traffic orders and
they need to be able to produce scheme drawings and work tickets and draft reports.
The post is public facing and the candidate should have good communication skills as
well as written skills and be able to work in a team environment.
You will represent the Council and promote a good relationship with the public and
members by providing advice and information concerning all aspects of traffic activities
and related matters. The ideal candidate will be proactive have excellent customer
service skills and a flexible approach.
If this sounds like you then please apply today!

What can we offer you!

Excellent training and development offers
Flexible working opportunities
Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
Various perks and discounts schemes including money off your phone contract and local gyms
Competitive rates of pay

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 04/06/2023
Interview date: 12/06/2023

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed we are happy to discuss.

If you are invited to a virtual interview this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software which is currently free for new users however if there are any issues with accessing this technology we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children young people and adults at risk and expects all employees volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of this job are guaranteed an interview.