Streetworks Co-ordinator

Lanes Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group recruits a Streetworks Coordinator to support Sapphire Utility Solutions across the Warrington area. The role focuses on coordinating streetworks, ensuring safety, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Strong administrative and communication skills are essential to liaise with authorities and site agents.

40 hours per week, based at Lingley Mere, with a focus on efficient permit management and reporting, contributing to reliable urban infrastructure operations.

Qualifications

• Strong administration experience.
• Good knowledge of the New Roads and Streetworks (NRSWA) and Traffic Management Act (TMA).
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• The role forms part of the wider Sapphire team.
• Permit submission to local authorities.
• Running reports for permits due to close/expire.
• Manage the mailbox in priority order.
• Monitor reports and close permits promptly.
• Respond to council communications and liaise with site agents for permit conditions and durations.
• Pro‑active approach to working.

Skills

Administration

NRSWA knowledge

Traffic Management Act

Communication skills

Time management

Prioritisation

Teamwork

Customer focus

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

Lanes Group Ltd is a leading nationwide utility services provider with c.5000 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £700 million. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring we provide industry leading services to our clients and stakeholders.

Department

Sapphire Utility Solutions, a Lanes Group Company specialise in multiple divisions. United Utilities operates across a number of contracts across our business, predominantly wastewater network services as part of the AMP 7 period plan. The Team support reactive and planned maintenance across the CCTV & Jetting and Civils teams, further supported by our in house Traffic Management Division and Capital Projects covering the entire UU network.

Role

Streetworks Coordinator

Location

Lingley Mere, Warrington

Hours

40 hours - Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

Salary

£27115 per annum

Purpose of the Role

Join us to be part of a dynamic and growing team that values diversity and fosters professional growth. Join our dynamic team as a Streetworks Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in managing and overseeing streetworks activities to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to coordinate complex projects, liaise with multiple stakeholders, and contribute to the smooth operation of urban infrastructure projects. Your electrical experience will be instrumental in understanding technical requirements and ensuring that all streetworks adhere to safety standards and regulations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about maintaining safe and well-organized streets, this role is perfect for you!

Key Responsibilities

• The role forms part of the wider Sapphire team.
• Permit submission to local authorities.
• Running reports for permits due to close/expire.
• Manage the mail box in priority order.
• Monitor reports and close permits promptly.
• Respond to council communications and liaise with site agents for permit conditions and durations.
• Pro‑active approach to working.

Key Requirements

Experience / Skills Required

• Strong Administration experience
• Good knowledge of the New Roads and Streetworks (NRSWA) and Traffic Management Act (TMA).
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to Prioritise
• Good Time Management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work as part of a team
• A high degree of social skills for working in a customer orientated environment.
• Detailed knowledge of service level agreements across the Network Alliance
• Sound knowledge of the escalation process
• Detailed knowledge of wastewater processes
• This role offers an engaging environment where your expertise can make a tangible impact on community infrastructure. We value proactive problem-solvers who are committed to safety excellence and operational efficiency. Join us in shaping safer streets while advancing your career!

Living the Company Values

By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’. Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations; this role holder is expected to:

• Leading: Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.
• Agile: Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.
• Nurturing: Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.
• Engaging: Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust and credibility
• Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.

Your Contribution to the company:

• Strive to be always positive and constructive
• Adhere to all company policies
• Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions
• Help others through communicating clearly
• Deliver on commitments
• Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues
• Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’

Equality, Diversion & Inclusion

• At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.