Network Coordinator

Surrey County Council; Dorking; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Dorking seeks a Network Coordinator to manage road network permits and ensure traffic management compliance. Responsibilities include assessing applications and monitoring projects to minimize disruptions. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of permitting systems and have experience with traffic legislation. Join us in providing essential services that benefit the community!

Benefits

26 days' holiday, increasing with service

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Generous local government pension

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of permitting systems.
• Experience working with NRSWA/TMA legislation.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assess incoming permit applications and road space requests.
• Monitor applications to identify works clashes.
• Negotiate to ensure compliance with NRSWA and TMA.

Skills

Permitting systems

Traffic Management

NRSWA/TMA experience

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Street Works Qualification Registration (SWQR)

Job description

Overview

This role has a starting salary of £36,873 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.

We are excited to be hiring Network Coordinator to join our fantastic Network Coordination team. Join our dynamic team in the Environment, Infrastructure and Growth (EIG) Directorate and be part of providing essential services that benefit every single resident, business, and visitor in Surrey!

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer\'s leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Team

The Network Coordination Team consists of one Team leader, three Senior Network Coordinators, eight Network Coordinators, four Assistant Network Coordinators and two Network Coordination administrators. The role and duty of the team is to manage Surrey Road network to ensure the expeditious movement of Traffic and reduce congestion as much as possible. The coordination team sits within the Street Works Team which consists of the Compliance Team and our Technical Support Team.

About the Role

As a Network Coordinator, you will be responsible for assessing incoming permit applications and road space requests for accuracy and potential breaches of the Acts and Scheme. You will discuss details with the works promoters where these do not comply and apply judgment as to any subsequent action, including the implementation of the Section 74 overrun process and fixed penalty notice (FPN) process, to drive improvement. This includes the potential for coordination, granting or refusing permit applications in line with the requirements of SEPS SLRS, and applying relevant conditions where applicable.

You will undertake continuous monitoring of permit applications, major projects, and programmes to identify works clashes and collaboration opportunities. Based on system advice, experience, and local knowledge, you will proactively advise and negotiate with works promoters on alternative dates to ensure minimal disruption to the network, applying the Street Works Team Coordination policy and principles.

Additionally, you will coordinate and challenge work promoters on their works arrangements, including timing, duration, location, and traffic management. You will negotiate to reach agreements between all parties that ensure compliance with NRSWA, TMA, SEPS, and SLRS, thus providing the best service to highway users in accordance with the Street Works Team procedure.

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• A good knowledge of permitting systems
• A good knowledge of Traffic Management
• Experience of working within NRSWA/TMA, legislation, either for a Highway Authority or Utility Company
• An understanding of the Road Traffic Act and Highway Act
• An ability to work successfully as part of a team in a high-profile service area
• Adaptability and flexibility and able to work under pressure
• A Street Works Qualification Registration (SWQR)

Application Questions

As part of your application you will be asked to upload your CV and answer the following 4 questions:

• Can you describe your experience with permitting systems? Please provide specific examples of how you have used these systems in your previous roles.
• What is your understanding of traffic management principles? How have you applied these principles in your work, particularly in relation to the New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) and the Traffic Management Act (TMA)?
• Describe a situation where you had to ensure compliance with the Road Traffic Act and Highway Act. How did you handle any challenges that arose, and what was the outcome?
• Can you provide an example of a time when you had to adapt quickly to a challenging situation while working under pressure? How did you ensure successful collaboration with your team/ external partners?

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 01/10/2025 with interviews planned for shortly after.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.

Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.