Road Safety Engineer

Matchtech; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Hounslow is seeking a skilled road safety engineer to analyse collision data and implement safety initiatives. The role demands strong organisational and communication skills, with qualifications in road safety audits preferred. The company offers a supportive work environment with flexible working options, generous leave policies, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible and agile working opportunities

25.5 days annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Career development opportunities

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in road safety engineering, including analysis of collision data.
• Knowledge of the Safe Systems approach to road safety.
• Understanding of highway design standards and guidelines for safe solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyse collision data to identify trends and risk factors.
• Implement speed management initiatives to improve road safety.
• Conduct safety reviews of highway design proposals.

Skills

Collision data analysis

Road safety engineering

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

Qualified to undertake Road Safety Audits (GG119)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse collision data to identify trends and risk factors
• Implement speed management initiatives to improve road safety
• Conduct safety reviews of highway design proposals
• Undertake Road Safety Audits in accordance with GG119
• Manage road safety schemes and provide expert advice to colleagues and external partners
• Review applications for changes to highway operations and speed limits
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal teams and external organisations
• Promote safe, healthy, and sustainable travel for all road users

Job Requirements

• Experience in road safety engineering, including collision data analysis
• Knowledge and appreciation of the Safe Systems approach to road safety
• Qualified to undertake Road Safety Audits as per GG119 standards
• Strong organisational skills to prioritise workloads effectively
• Customer-focused approach to build and maintain stakeholder relationships
• Understanding of highway design standards and guidelines for safe solutions
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Benefits

• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• 25.5 days annual leave, rising to 30.5 days after 5 years of continuous service
• Option to purchase 10 additional days of leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Family-friendly policies and support
• Career development and qualification opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 confidential counselling and advice
• In-house Occupational Health service
• Employee discount schemes
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Green Car Scheme (terms and conditions apply)
• Access to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network
• If you are passionate about road safety and looking for a new opportunity to contribute to making roads safer, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and dedicated team