Traffic Order Writer

Carrington West; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Traffic Orders & Traffic Management Officer to lead drafting and processing of Traffic Management Orders. This role involves providing legal advice on traffic management and contributing to transport initiatives. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of related experience and strong knowledge in traffic management principles. The position is based in Greater London and offers opportunities for involvement in sustainable transport strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience drafting and processing traffic orders and statutory notices.
• Strong understanding of traffic management, road safety, parking design, and sustainable transport principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead on, or assist with, drafting and processing Traffic Management Orders.
• Advise on legal frameworks governing traffic management orders.
• Contribute to transport-related initiatives for road safety and sustainable transport.

Skills

Traffic management expertise

Road safety knowledge

Parking design understanding

Ability to work under pressure

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Role Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Traffic Orders & Traffic Management Officer. In this role, you will lead or support the drafting and processing of Traffic Management Orders (TMOs) and statutory notices under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. You will provide legal interpretation and advice regarding traffic management orders and traffic calming schemes, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and sustainable transport measures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on, or assist with, drafting and processing TMOs and related statutory notices.
• Advise on and interpret the legal framework and regulations governing traffic management orders and traffic calming.
• Contribute to transport-related initiatives, including:
  • oTraffic management and road safety programmes
  • oParking design and enforcement
  • oCycling infrastructure and innovative active-travel interventions
  • oSustainable transport strategies
  • oSchool travel planning and smarter travel initiatives
  • oRoad safety education and awareness campaigns

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years' experience drafting and processing traffic orders and statutory notices under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
• Strong understanding of traffic management, road safety, parking design, and sustainable transport / active-travel principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Experience or interest in cycling infrastructure, school travel planning, and travel demand management.
• Familiarity with regulatory and legal considerations in traffic management and calming.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Phoebe Kingston at Carrington West on 02393 876043 or email [e-mail]

FOOTNOTE:

Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years experience in this market. Please call Phoebe Kingston at Carrington West on 02393 876043 for more information

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