Traffic Management Lead — On‑Site Supervisor

Essex Highways; Congleton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Pay

Competitive salary

Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days'‑

RJ Rewards discounts

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Ringway Jacobs is seeking a Traffic Management Lead Operative to join our highway maintenance team. In this hands-on role, you will lead a small crew, installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic management equipment to keep highway works safe and efficient.

You will set up and manage temporary signal systems and ensure compliance with industry standards. A full UK driving licence is required, and NHSS 12A/B qualification is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience delivering traffic management within a highways maintenance environment.
• NHSS Sector Scheme 12A/B Traffic Management qualification and relevant training.
• A full UK driving licence (LGV Class 2 licence would be advantageous).
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Ability to undertake basic audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Experience leading or supervising teams and providing guidance to colleagues.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with clients, stakeholders, and members of the public.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and taking ownership of your work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a small traffic management team on site.
• Install, maintain, and remove temporary traffic management equipment, including signs, cones, frames, and sandbags.
• Set up, maintain, and remove temporary traffic signal systems, from two-way traffic control through to multi-phase systems.
• Ensure all traffic management equipment is correctly installed, operational, and compliant with industry standards.
• Carry out equipment checks and complete associated checklists before deployment.
• Collect and recover traffic management equipment from completed works sites.
• Maintain daily records and operational documentation accurately.
• Promote and maintain safe working practices at all times.
• Report health, safety, environmental concerns, near misses, and incidents promptly.
• Support the successful delivery of highway maintenance activities across the network.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health & Safety

Risk Assessments

IT Skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder communication

Team supervision

Education

NHSS Sector Scheme 12A/B Traffic Management qualification

Job description

Ringway Jacobs is seeking a Traffic Management Lead Operative to join our highway maintenance team. In this hands-on role, you will lead a small crew, installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic management equipment to keep highway works safe and efficient.

You will set up and manage temporary signal systems and ensure compliance with industry standards. A full UK driving licence is required, and NHSS 12A/B qualification is essential.