Senior Traffic Management Technician WMF2256e

Westmorland and Furness Council; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK seeks experienced Senior Traffic Management Technicians to join their Traffic Management Team. Responsibilities include designing traffic management schemes, conducting data analysis, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant technical qualification, strong knowledge of traffic orders, and experience in project management. Flexible work options and training opportunities are available.

Benefits

Excellent training and development

Flexible working opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Additional Voluntary Contributions

Perks and discounts

Competitive rates of pay

Qualifications

• Relevant technical, vocational, or part-professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge of traffic regulation orders, road safety audits, and national highway standards.
• Experience managing traffic-related projects and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using CAD, GIS, and other relevant software.
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Designing and specifying traffic management measures.
• Conducting surveys and analysing accident data.
• Liaising with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Providing technical advice and guidance.
• Supporting the development of work programmes.

Skills

Strong knowledge of traffic regulation orders

Experience managing traffic-related projects

Proficiency in using CAD

Proficiency in using GIS

Strong communication skills

Proactive and flexible approach

Education

Relevant technical or vocational qualification

Job description

Overview

Westmorland and Furness Council is looking for three experienced and motivated individuals to join our Traffic Management Team as Senior Traffic Management Technicians, with opportunities available in Eden, South Lakeland, and Furness.

As part of our Sustainable Highways and Transport Service, you’ll play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of traffic management schemes across the region. This includes road safety and casualty reduction projects, parking schemes, and the processing of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).

Responsibilities

• Designing and specifying traffic management measures, including signage, cycleways, and safety improvements.
• Conducting surveys and analysing accident data to inform scheme development.
• Liaising with internal teams, Councillors, stakeholders, and the public to ensure effective project delivery.
• Providing technical advice and guidance on standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Supporting the Traffic Management Officer and Team Leader in developing work programmes and monitoring progress.

What We’re Looking For

• A relevant technical, vocational, or part-professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge of traffic regulation orders, road safety audits, and national highway standards.
• Experience managing traffic-related projects and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using CAD, GIS, and other relevant software.
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

Additional Information

• You may be required to attend evening meetings and travel across the whole Council area. A full UK driving license is necessary.

Interview information

• Closing date: 05/10/25.
• Interview date: Week commencing 13th October 2025.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development
• Flexible working opportunities
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
• Competitive rates of pay

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

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