Streetworks Administrator

Network Plus; Boothstown; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking a Streetworks Administrator to support the Operational Support team in Worsley. You will program work, submit notices/permits, respond to council comments and manage jeopardy to minimise non-compliance.

You will schedule work, maintain accurate data in the works system, and collaborate with client representatives and subcontractors to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the Utilities sector with streetworks.
• Sound knowledge of statutory requirements for streetworks.
• Proficient in MS Office and works management systems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule work in line with SLA and permits.
• Input and upload information into works management systems accurately.
• Use Symology system; training provided.
• Monitor streetworks performance and drive improvements with ops teams.
• Liaise with supervisors and subcontractors to meet client requirements.
• Validate and transmit notice/permit requests promptly.
• Open/close street work notices/permits and manage registrations.
• Coordinate with local authorities and client reps.
• Coordinate with third parties for suspensions and road closures.
• Analyze Section 74 charges and fixed penalty offences.
• Run daily jeopardy reports and chase outstanding issues.
• Provide general admin support and constructive input to the team.
• Report safety issues in line with company procedures.

Skills

Utilities sector experience

Streetworks knowledge

Symology familiarity

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Office software proficiency

Job description

Streetworks Administrator

Department: United Utilities

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Worsley

Reporting To: Hazel Chadwick

Compensation: £26,000 - £29,000 / year

Description

As a Streetworks Administrator, you will support the Operational Support team. You will provide support to ensure that the company’s work is effectively programmed by submitting notices/permits, responding to council comments and jeopardy managing notices/permits to minimise the risk of Streetworks non-compliance.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for someone to:

• Schedule work in accordance with SLA and permits
• Understand the works system and work to the processes accordingly
• Maintain timely and accurate input and uploading of information into the works management systems, ensuring that all issues are recorded and escalated.
• Understand and use the Symology system – training will be given on this
• Be responsible for Streetworks performance and driving continual improvements with the Operational teams
• Liaise with Supervisors and sub-contract teams to ensure programmes are delivered ensuring that all the client and operational requirements are met in a professional and efficient manner.
• Validate and transmit notice/permit requests in a timely manor
• Open and close off street work notices/permits, submit final registrations, identify street works issues and apply early intervention and elevate street works compliance issues where appropriate
• Liaise with local authority’s and client representatives
• Coordinate with other 3rd parties e.g. Parking suspensions, bus stop suspensions, road closures etc
• Analyse and respond to Section 74 charges & fixed penalty offences
• Run and circulate daily jeopardy reports as required
• Monitor and chase any outstanding issues
• Provide general admin support
• Provide a positive and innovative input into the team, through provision of solutions to problems and embracing change
• Ensure that safety issues are reported in line with Company procedures

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Experience of working within the Utilities sector
• Streetworks and Symology experience with sound knowledge and understanding of statutory requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work in an organised manner to meet important deadlines
• In depth understanding of the operational activity
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively under pressure

Job Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

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