Network Officer (Traffic Management) - FLK12772

Falkirk Council; Falkirk; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local authority seeks a talented individual to manage traffic management schemes across the Falkirk area. This role offers the opportunity to lead on the design and implementation of various traffic initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in civil engineering, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to community engagement. With a focus on flexibility and innovation, this position provides a chance to make a meaningful impact in local governance while benefiting from professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Flexi-time

Development Programs

Local Authority Pension Scheme

27 Days Annual Leave

Benefits Portal

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant legislation in traffic management.
• Experience in leading design and implementation of traffic schemes.

Responsibilities

• Manage traffic management schemes for Falkirk Council.
• Liaise with stakeholders and clients throughout projects.

Skills

Traffic Management

Civil Engineering

Organizational Skills

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Report Writing

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

IT Literacy

Job description

Job Advert

Falkirk Council

Our Council of the Future builds on the fact that Falkirk Council is well respected, has a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement, and we take our community leadership role very seriously.

The Role

This is an opportunity for a talented individual to play an important role in the delivery of a range of statutory network services across the Falkirk area.

You will provide a comprehensive, high-quality service for the management of traffic management schemes within Falkirk Council. The role also includes liaising with internal & external stakeholders & clients throughout projects.

You will hold an HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent discipline) and have knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation. You will be able to lead on the design, procurement, and implementation of relevant schemes, such as 20mph speed limit implementation, pavement parking, and others.

You will be enthusiastic, ambitious, and a keen mentor with experience, good organisational and presentation skills, alongside knowledge of current health & safety regulations. You should be IT literate, possess good interpersonal and report writing skills, and demonstrate overall professionalism.

You are required to be flexible, innovative, and reactive to public demands and pressures, including communicating directly with members & the public inquiries.

Benefits

• We understand the need to work flexibly with our hybrid working policy.
• This role includes flexi-time.
• Development programmes for career & professional development, including working alongside our term commission partners.
• Local Authority pension scheme.
• 27 days annual leave (increasing each year) & 8 public holidays.
• Benefits portal with a range of offers from local to national businesses, including cycle to work and many more.