Senior Traffic Engineer

Wiltshire Career Site; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the development and delivery of traffic engineering, public realm, casualty reduction, active travel, and traffic signal projects. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including the public, elected members, contractors, and partners.

You will provide professional guidance to stakeholders, support the Local Highway Footway Improvement Groups, and play a key role in mentoring apprentices to nurture the next generation of engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience in Highway and Traffic Engineering.
• Delivery of Traffic Engineering or Integrated Transport schemes from conception to completion.
• Knowledge of NEC Contracts and contract management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of projects across Traffic Engineering, Public Realm, Casualty Reduction, Active Travel and Traffic Signals.
• Provide professional advice to stakeholders and support Local Highway Footway Improvement Groups.
• Mentor apprentices to help grow future talent in the industry.

Skills

Highway Engineering

Traffic Engineering

AutoCAD

KeyLines

KeySign

NEC Contracts

Contract management

Tools

AutoCAD

KeyLines

KeySign

Job description

Salary:£41,777 - £43,149 per annum

Hours per week:37 hours

Interview date:To be confirmed following shortlisting

Rolling advert: We are continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received

Are you looking to develop your Engineering career further?

Join our well-established and experienced Traffic Engineering Team. Contribute to technical decision-making that enables us to deliver effective and efficient traffic management solutions.

Wiltshire offers a unique environment for delivering infrastructure improvements. Our projects span a variety of settings, from rural villages and historic market towns to the county’s only city, Salisbury. Each scheme provides a real opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors.

In this role, you will collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and professionals both within and outside the authority, including members of the public, local representative groups, elected members, contractors, and other partners.

As a Senior Engineer, you will lead the development and delivery of projects across Traffic Engineering, Public Realm, Casualty Reduction, Active Travel, and Traffic Signals. You will also provide professional advice to stakeholders and support the Council’s Local Highway Footway Improvement Groups. Additionally, you will play a vital role in mentoring apprentices, helping to sustain and grow the future talent of the industry.

We are looking for candidates with expertise in Highway and Traffic Engineering, including experience with design software such as AutoCAD, KeyLines, or KeySign. You should have a solid background in Traffic Regulation Orders and the delivery of Traffic Engineering or Integrated Transport schemes, from conception through to completion. Knowledge of NEC Contracts and contract management is highly desirable, as you will work closely with consultants and contractors.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Gareth Rogers, Traffic Engineering Manager, at [e-mail], or call 01225 713 384.

Application criteria

We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura).

Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.

Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.