Technician (Development Approvals)

Leicestershire County Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Development Approvals Technician to join the Infrastructure Planning Team. The role supports section 38/184/278/219 processes for highway adoption, manages records, and provides administrative back-up with on-the-job training.

You will liaise with councils, the public, and stakeholders, and deliver technical guidance to ensure compliance with design standards. Flexible and hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• NVQ3 or equivalent, i.e. BTEC in Civil Engineering or A-Levels A-C in relevant subjects, OR evidence of continued learning and development, plus extensive demonstrable experience as identified below.
• Experience in an engineering setting, including design, development, management, maintenance or administrative utilising processes in relation to highways infrastructure.
• Knowledge of planning policy/ guidance/ legislation, highway design standards, construction techniques, asset management principles or maintenance standards.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of information
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise with customers face to face and on the telephone, and to continue to build on the credibility of the Council and its services.
• Good IT skills, including the ability to learn the use of service specific systems and software
• Good organisational skills and prioritisation of work to tight timescales. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change in a fast paced, customer focussed construction industry environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Development Approvals team and manage data/record systems.
• Handle highway adoption enquiries from various sources and liaise with district/parish councils or members of the public on development queries.
• Offer technical advice on minor developer funded adoptable highway infrastructure and ensure designs comply with the Leicestershire Highway Design Guide.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

IT skills

Organization

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development Approvals Technician within the Infrastructure Planning Team in the Environment and Transport Department. We are looking for someone to provide technical support to the section 38 (road adoption), 278 (works to existing highway), 184 (access to highway) and 219 (Advance Payment Codes) processes for approval and adoption of new highway infrastructure under The Highways Act 1980. No prior direct experience in road adoptions is required, but the ideal candidate must have an interest in engineering/ planning, have good administration skills and be eager to learn. About the Role This role will involve working in the Development Approvals service, working alongside colleagues in the Infrastructure Planning team. You will be responsible for providing technical administration support to the Development Approvals team, keeping and updating data/record management systems, providing administrative support, and managing financial processes. You will be responsible for dealing with highway adoption enquires from a variety of sources and liaising with relevant district and parish councils, or members of the public over development related queries and requests. You will also be responsible for providing technical advice on minor developer funded adoptable highway infrastructure (delivered under sections 38/184/278 of The Highways Act 1980) and to ensure submitted designs comply with the Leicestershire Highway Design Guide, offering guidance and support where necessary so that technical approval can be achieved. On the job training will be provided. You will enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment and have experience of managing your own workload and working to deadlines. You will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders. In return you will receive a varied workload, the support of colleagues, and have an opportunity to shape the direction of growth in Leicestershire

• NVQ3 or equivalent, i.e. BTEC in Civil Engineering or A-Levels A-C in relevant subjects, OR evidence of continued learning and development, plus extensive demonstrable experience as identified below.
• Working in an engineering setting, including design, development, management, maintenance or administrative utilising processes in relation to highways infrastructure
• Knowledge of planning policy/ guidance/ legislation, highway design standards, construction techniques, asset management principles or maintenance standards.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of information
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise with customers face to face and on the telephone, and to continue to build on the credibility of the Council and its services.
• Good IT skills, including the ability to learn the use of service specific systems and software
• Good organisational skills and prioritisation of work to tight timescales. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change in a fast paced, customer focussed construction industry environment.

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. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

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