Traffic Engineer - Network Management

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Portsmouth is seeking a Traffic Engineer to support the Traffic & Network Manager. You will assist in designing and implementing traffic engineering schemes, ensuring efficiency and user experience. Ideal candidates should have a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent, with experience in traffic engineering and relevant software knowledge. The role involves stakeholder engagement and site assessments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in traffic engineering.
• Professionally accredited with IHE, CIHT, or ICE.
• Knowledge of traffic signals and pedestrian crossings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and delivery of traffic engineering schemes.
• Liaise with Councillors and the public regarding inquiries.
• Conduct site visits and assess traffic conditions.

Skills

Traffic engineering measures

Intelligent Transport Systems

Higher-level thinking skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AccsMap

Signplot

LINSIG

Job description

Job Description

What is the role? This role is responsible for supporting the Traffic & Network Manager in identifying, developing, and implementing schemes that improve the city’s road network with respect to traffic flow efficiency and user experience. You will assist in the design and delivery of traffic engineering schemes, ensuring they offer value for money, align with the Council's corporate objectives, and adhere to published standards and guidance. You will be involved in implementing smaller transport schemes and proposals, as well as assisting in the operation, development, and maintenance of the City Council’s traffic and network management activities.

You will be required to assist senior staff during incidents or major events in Portsmouth, liaise with Councillors, members of the public, and other organizations regarding general and technical inquiries related to the work of the Network Management Team, including handling correspondence, attending meetings, and preparing reports. You will also undertake site visits to assess conditions, take measurements, liaise with contractors, and verify that works have been carried out according to specifications.

Who we are looking for?

You should be qualified to BTEC Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a relevant discipline, or have a minimum of three years' experience in traffic engineering. You should also be professionally accredited (or working towards) with relevant institutions such as IHE, CIHT, or ICE, or possess equivalent relevant experience in a work-related environment.

You should have knowledge in investigating and designing traffic engineering measures, including highway signing/lining, traffic signals, and pedestrian crossings. Additionally, you should demonstrate knowledge of the design, operation, and maintenance of Intelligent Transport Systems, including traffic signals, UTC, and VMS. Experience with specialized computer software such as AutoCAD, AccsMap, Signplot, and LINSIG is also required.

You should possess higher-level thinking skills, be able to connect different situations, investigate options, and propose solutions that align with the bigger picture. Confidence and the ability to build rapport with others, including various stakeholders, are essential.

If this role inspires you, we would love to hear from you.