Technician

Leicestershire County Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council's Transport Projects and Programmes team is seeking a Technician to support Senior Engineers in delivering highway improvement schemes, including traffic signal renewals, junction improvements, and walking/cycling infrastructure.

The role involves design, drawings, site supervision, and traffic signal commissioning, with on-site visits to construction locations. Candidates should have GCSEs and GIS experience and be capable of working to tight timescales.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language and Mathematics (Grades A-C / 4-9 or equivalent), or relevant demonstrable experience.
• Experience using GIS (Geographical Information Systems) or similar mapping software to record, interrogate and extract data.
• Ability to read, interpret and work with maps, plans and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preliminary and detailed design for transport schemes.
• Prepare technical drawings and documentation.
• Site supervision and traffic signal commissioning.
• Junction modelling using specialist software packages.
• Support projects through to successful delivery and travel to construction sites as required.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

GIS mapping

Reading maps and technical drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-motivation / Time management

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Junction modelling software

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technician as we are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Traffic Signals/Advanced Design sub team within Transport Projects and Programmes Team at Leicestershire County Council. About the Role As a Technician, you will support Senior Engineers in the development and delivery of a wide range of transport and highway improvement schemes. These include traffic signal renewals, junction improvements, walking and cycling infrastructure, new signal-controlled crossings, intelligent transport systems and road safety projects. The role involves undertaking preliminary and detailed design, preparing technical drawings and documentation, site supervision, traffic signal commissioning, junction modelling using specialist software packages, and supporting projects through to successful delivery. The successful applicant will also be expected to visit construction sites on location.

• GCSE English Language and Mathematics (Grades A-C / 4-9 or equivalent), or relevant demonstrable experience
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook, to manage workloads and produce reports
• Experience using GIS (Geographical Information Systems) or similar mapping software to record, interrogate and extract data
• Ability to read, interpret and work with maps, plans and technical information.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, customers and external stakeholders
• Ability to work to tight timescales, agreed timescales and be a self starter to manage your own workload.

In addition, we also expect you to share and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a . This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose. For further information on what it's like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following