Public Rights of Way Officer

Carrington West; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy consulting agency in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Public Rights of Way Officer to manage and update legal records of public rights of way. You will investigate orders, handle public inquiries, conduct site inspections, and foster community engagement. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about enhancing public access and making a difference in rights of way. Competitive remuneration and support from a dedicated team await the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Definitive Map and Statement.
• Investigate and process Public Path Orders and other legal documents.
• Respond to enquiries from the public and stakeholders.
• Carry out site inspections and assess path conditions.
• Work with volunteers and local communities.
• Provide expert advice on planning applications.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experience Public Rights of Way Officer to come and join a busy team in the Manchester area :

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Definitive Map and Statement, ensuring accurate legal records of public rights of way.
• Investigate and process Public Path Orders, Definitive Map Modification Orders, and Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders.
• Respond to enquiries from the public, landowners, user groups, and stakeholders regarding rights of way issues.
• Carry out site inspections, assess path conditions, and coordinate maintenance or enforcement actions where required.
• Work with volunteers, local communities, and partner organisations to support improvements and promote responsible access.
• Provide expert advice on planning applications affecting public rights of way.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Harriet Simmonds at Carrington West on (phone number removed).

FOOTNOTE :

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.

Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Harriet at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.

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