Highways Licensing Officer

Thurrock Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Highway Licensing Officer to oversee licensing management and facilitate works within the Borough. This role requires excellent communication skills and an understanding of key legislation. The successful candidate will contribute to the modernisation agenda of the Network Management Team. Experience with relevant software programs is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills necessary for effective collaboration.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage all licensing for the network management team.
• Coordinate and facilitate works within the Borough.
• Produce financial reports for licenses and extensions.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Expert knowledge of NRSWA, Highways Act, TMA

Ability to use specialist software

Experience with Symology Aurora or similar

Experience of Street Manager

Job description

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We are seeking an exceptional, engaging & committed individual to join us as a Highway Licensing Officer.

This role is a varied and exciting opportunity to work within a fast-evolving Network Management Team and play a pivotal role in the management of the road network. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of helping to co-ordinate and facilities works within the Borough and help the broader Highways Team. Working within a team of dedicated, skilled professionals you will have a key role in assisting the Network Management Team in delivering the modernisation agenda for the network management function.

The successful candidate will manage all licensing undertaken by the network management team, including but not limited to scaffolding, hoarding, section 171 and section 50 licences, ensuring that all legal duties are met, and accurate records kept. The role will soon include skip and table & chair licenses. Produce reports showing financial income and outgoings relating to all licenses and licence extensions issued.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and with fine attention to detail
• An expert knowledge of the New Roads & Street Works Act (NRSWA), the Highways Act & The Traffic Management Act (TMA).
• The aptitude to learn / use specialist work related software programmes.
• Knowledge or experience in using Symology Aurora or similar software systems.
• Experience of Street Manager.

A DBS Check is not required for this post.