Strategic Lead, Highways Maintenance & Operations

North East Lincolnshire Council; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North East Lincolnshire Council is seeking a Strategic Lead for Highway Maintenance & Operations to shape the borough's infrastructure. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technical experts, champion safety, innovation, and value for money, and work with communities and partners.

The role involves developing asset strategies, securing funding, delivering complex maintenance programmes, and ensuring compliance with legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading highways/transport infrastructure teams.
• Strong track record in asset management and maintenance programmes.
• Ability to collaborate with communities, elected members and regional partners.

Responsibilities

• Leading a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technical experts to deliver core highway services.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders and partners to unlock funding and drive innovation.
• Overseeing complex maintenance programmes and ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice.
• Championing a place-based approach that reflects the needs and aspirations of our communities.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Project oversight

Place-based approach

Job description

North East Lincolnshire Council is seeking a Strategic Lead for Highway Maintenance & Operations to shape the borough's infrastructure. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technical experts, champion safety, innovation, and value for money, and work with communities and partners.

The role involves developing asset strategies, securing funding, delivering complex maintenance programmes, and ensuring compliance with legislation.