Assistant Traffic Management Technician - WMF2251e

Westmorland and Furness Council; Kendal; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Kendal is seeking an organised Assistant Traffic Management Technician. The role involves assisting with traffic scheme development, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring effective communication. Candidates should be proactive team players with strong MS Office and customer service skills. Benefits include a competitive pension, enhanced leave, and various discounts.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Proven strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office and other computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and processing of traffic schemes.
• Contribute to data collection and analysis.
• Support public and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Overview

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking an organised and enthusiastic individual to join our South Lakeland team as an Assistant Traffic Management Technician. This is a key support role, helping to deliver a wide range of traffic and road safety schemes across South Lakeland.

As part of the team, you will assist with the preparation, design and processing of both temporary and permanent traffic schemes. This includes developing works packages for small-scale projects to improve road safety and reduce casualties, introduce parking schemes and other traffic management projects. You will also support the processing of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs), contribute to data collection and analysis, and help with public and stakeholder engagement.

Who we are looking for

This is a predominantly office-based role with some site visits required. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the Highways service and be involved in responding to enquiries, preparing reports, and issuing instructions to contractors. The role is public facing, so strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills are essential.

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, a team player, and has a flexible approach to work. Excellent customer service skills, and confidence using Microsoft Office and other computer systems are also important.

What can we offer you

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

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