Traffic Network Officer - Stevenage

Jacobs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% pension contribution

24 days plus 10 days purchased holidays

Free medical and income protection insurance

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a Transport Network Officer in Hertfordshire to help ensure a safe and efficient road network. You will validate permits, assess traffic plans, and collaborate with various stakeholders including event organizers.

Ideal candidates will hold a Lantra 12D M7 qualification, have experience in street works permitting, and be proficient in using the DFT Street Manager system. The position offers a hybrid work model with some office attendance in Stevenage.

Qualifications

• Experience in a street works permitting environment, like the East of England Permit Scheme.
• Full clean driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Validate and process permit applications according to the East of England Permit Scheme.
• Assess Traffic Management Plans, offering alternatives to minimize impact.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for well-managed activities on public roads.

Skills

Traffic Management experience

Permit processing

Public relations

Education

Lantra 12D M7 Client Officer/Manager Traffic Management qualification

Tools

DFT Street Manager Street Works system

Job description

About the Role

Transport Network Officer – Hertfordshire

Jacobs, in collaboration with Hertfordshire County Council (HCC), is protecting and maximising the value of HCC’s £8 billion portfolio of highways and environmental assets. The role supports the Network Management team in ensuring the network remains safe, efficient and accessible for all users.

Responsibilities

• Validate and process permit applications in line with the East of England Permit Scheme and relevant Codes of Practice.
• Apply and verify permit conditions to minimise disruption and maintain safety.
• Assess Traffic Management Plans, offering practical alternatives and attending site meetings to reduce network impact.
• Process licence applications (including skips, scaffolding, hoarding and cranes) ensuring safe use of the highway.
• Collaborate with film companies and event organisers to support safe, well‑managed activities on public roads.
• Build effective relationships with internal teams, Police, statutory undertakers and other stakeholders on network‑related matters.
• Provide clear, professional responses to enquiries, helping to maintain a positive public image.

Qualifications

• Hold a Lantra 12D M7 Client Officer/Manager Traffic Management qualification and experience in a street works permitting environment such as the East of England Permit Scheme.
• Experience using the DFT Street Manager Street Works system and a working knowledge of the Coordination of Street Works and Road Works code of practice.
• Hold a full clean driving licence.

Benefits

• Up to 10% pension contribution.
• 24 days plus 10 days purchased holidays.
• Free medical and income protection insurance.
• Hybrid working: 2 days per week in Stevenage; 40‑hour week.

Employment Details

The role is hybrid with two days per week office attendance in Stevenage. The working week is 40 hours.

EEO Statement

As a disability‑confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all listed requirements.