NRSWA and Permitting Compliance Officer (Street Works Inspector)

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull is seeking an NRSWA and Permitting Compliance Officer. The role involves on-site inspections to minimize disruption and ensuring compliance with traffic management duties. Candidates should have relevant experience and a Level 3 qualification in Traffic or Highways Management. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working options, along with generous annual leave and additional benefits.

Benefits

A competitive salary

Flexible working options

Generous annual leave

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Street Works Inspector or similar role.
• Proven knowledge of traffic management and work coordination systems.
• Proficiency in using various systems and applications.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and inspecting works on-site.
• Attending site meetings and liaising with Highway Work promoters.
• Issuing defects, fixed penalty notices, and overruns.

Skills

Street Works Inspection experience

Traffic Management knowledge

Strong IT skills

Negotiation and influencing skills

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Traffic or Highways Management

Job description

Overview

In this dynamic environment, the NRSWA and Permitting Compliance Officer serves as a key on-site inspector, helping to minimise disruption to road users, residents, and businesses. This is a site-based role where you will be actively present at works locations, ensuring that activities are carried out safely and to a high standard, both during execution and upon completion. Your duties will include:

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and inspecting works on-site.
• Attending site meetings and liaising with Highway Work promoters.
• Issuing defects, fixed penalty notices, and overruns.
• Supporting records management and providing technical support.
• Ensuring compliance with the Council's statutory Traffic Management duties.

Solihull is experiencing sustained economic development, with major infrastructure projects underway. Initiatives such as Project Gigabit are enhancing broadband connectivity across the borough, while utility companies are actively upgrading and replacing outdated assets. As a result, the volume of utility works is increasing significantly.

Qualifications

• Do you have experience as a Street Works Inspector or similar role, whether with a local authority or a utility company/contractor?
• A Level 3 qualification in Traffic or Highways Management, or equivalent experience.
• Proven knowledge of traffic management and work coordination systems.
• Strong IT skills and proficiency in using various systems and applications.
• A proactive approach with excellent negotiation, influencing, and diplomacy skills.
• This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Benefits

• A competitive salary.
• A range of flexible working options.
• Generous annual leave plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
• Flexible staff benefits including attractive staff benefits.
• A Flexitime scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service.
• Family and carer-friendly policies.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Exclusive employee benefits: staff discounts, subsidised travel passes, Cycle 2 Work Scheme.

Join us and make a meaningful impact in a thriving borough.