Traffic Data Technician — Field & Analysis

Stoke-on-Trent City Council; Hempstalls; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

LGPS pension

Training opportunities

Job summary

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking a data-focused Transport Data Officer to support traffic data collection and analysis. You will work in a small team, manage data from walking, cycling, bus and other transport modes, and help report trends to senior officers and external partners.

The role requires strong data skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate across the city, with hybrid and flexible working options and access to the local authority pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret and present data.
• Organised, reliable, flexible with changing priorities.
• Experience with data and IT systems, including spreadsheets and data tools.
• Good communication with colleagues, stakeholders and public.
• Willing to undertake training and travel across the city with a driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, install and maintain traffic survey equipment across the highway network.
• Collect, process and manage traffic, pedestrian, cycle and speed data.
• Analyse data, identify trends and produce reports for transport planning.
• Maintain datasets and technical records using appropriate software.
• Support delivery of projects with statistical information and expert advice.
• Assist with data collection equipment procurement and improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

Data collection

Data management

IT systems

Communication

Tools

Database software

Statistical tools

Job description

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking a data-focused Transport Data Officer to support traffic data collection and analysis. You will work in a small team, manage data from walking, cycling, bus and other transport modes, and help report trends to senior officers and external partners.

The role requires strong data skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate across the city, with hybrid and flexible working options and access to the local authority pension scheme.