Technician (Automatic Data Collection)

CITY OF STOKE ON TRENT; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Professional development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking a data-centric traffic data officer within the Transport Policy section of Housing, Regeneration and Operations. You will collect, manage and analyze traffic, pedestrian and cycle data, maintaining databases and producing reports for senior officers and external bodies.

You will plan survey work, operate equipment outdoors in all weather, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver effective transport planning insights.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with data collection, database management and interpretation.
• Comfort with IT systems and data management tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install and maintain traffic survey equipment across the highway network.
• Collect, process and manage traffic, pedestrian, cycle and speed data from various sources.
• Analyze data, identify trends and produce reports to support transport planning and decisions.
• Maintain datasets, mapping information and technical records using appropriate software.
• Support project delivery by providing statistical information and stakeholder responses.

Skills

Data analysis

Data collection

Database management

Interpretation

Spreadsheets

Job description

Directorate

Housing, Regeneration and Operations

Section

Transport Policy

Location

Civic Centre

Hours

37 hours per week

This advert is open to both internal and externalapplicants.

Aboutus:

Weare a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working forStoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making,protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducinginequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in thecity. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of thehighest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver ourcompelling vision.

Stoke-on-TrentCity Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and mostvaluable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for ourorganisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people areproud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded inan inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-qualityservices that our residents need.

Doyou have an interest in how our roads, cycle tracks and footpaths areperforming andwant to help improve how people get around the local area?

Areyou practically minded and have knowledge or experience in data collection,database management data analysis and interpretation? You will be working in asmall team undertaking traffic data collection for all transport modes such aswalking, cycling, scooting and public transport, as well as surveys andtransport studies. You will be required to collect data, analyse, monitor andreport on trends and other Local Transport Plan /Stoke on Trent City Council targetsas required. You will maintain and administer a transport database and undertakeresearch, create supporting documentation, and assist with the production ofreports to senior officers, Council Members, and external organisations.

Plan,install and maintain traffic survey equipment across the highway network,ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements

Collect,process and manage traffic, pedestrian, cycle and speed data from a variety ofautomatic and manual sources

Analysedata, identify trends and produce reports to support transport planning and trafficmanagement decisions

Maintainaccurate datasets, mapping information and technical records using appropriatesoftware and systems

Supportthe delivery of projects by providing statistical information, technical adviceand customer responses to colleagues, stakeholders and members of the public.

Assistwiththe maintenance, procurement and continuous improvement of data collectionequipment, processes and technologies

AboutYou:

Youhave strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail, with theability to collect, interpret and present data accurately

Youare organised, reliable and flexible, with the ability to manage changingpriorities and work independently or as part of a team

Youhave experience of working with data and are confident using IT systems, includingspreadsheets and other data management tools

Youhave good communication skills and can engage professionally with colleagues,stakeholders and members of the public

Youare comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and undertaking physicaltasks, including handling and installing equipment

Youhold a full Category Bdriving licence (or can demonstrate the ability totravel effectively across the city) and are willing to undertake relevanttraining where required

Whatwe offer:

Acompetitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent

Hybridand flexible working options

Anexcellent local authority benefits pension scheme

Professionaldevelopment through learning opportunities, regular training sessions andapprenticeship and management schemes

Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here

Pre-EmploymentChecks:

Any offerof employment will be subject to the successful completion of requiredpre-employment checks. These may include:

Right toWork in the UK

Proof ofaddress

Satisfactoryreferences

OccupationalHealth Clearance

Evidence ofprofessional qualifications or registrations

DBS check atthe appropriate level (if applicable for the role)

The Council will not acceptany speculative CVs from employment agencies.

No agency terms andconditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.

Anyunsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as theproperty of the Council.

Please notethat if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within theorganisation applies for this vacancy their application will receivepriority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council,we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we wantour workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of allbackgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially thosefrom underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply ifthey don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and youthink you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We areproud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplacewhere everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.