West Area Engineer: Trunk Road Network Leader

Asiant Cefnffyrdd De Cymru | South Wales Trunk Road Agent; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working and flexible schemes

15.3% employer pension contribution

25-32 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Car purchase scheme

Exclusive retail discounts

Job summary

Asiant Cefnffyrdd De Cymru | South Wales Trunk Road Agent is looking for a leader to provide strategic and operational oversight in maintaining the trunk road network. The role involves implementing policies, managing maintenance works, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

You will direct responses to incidents, manage teams, and develop stakeholder relationships. The position offers a hybrid working model, a competitive benefits package including a 15.3% pension contribution, and generous holiday entitlement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in maintenance activities for a safe and resilient road network.
• Prepare and develop policies for maintenance and management activities.
• Accountable for network condition, performance, compliance, and sustainability.
• Lead programming and delivery of maintenance works across asset groups.
• Oversee development and delivery of the minor capital programme.
• Direct response to incidents and severe weather events.
• Establish governance-compliant systems for maintenance and control.
• Monitor and improve contractor and supply chain performance.
• Design performance frameworks and analyze operational data.
• Prepare financial and performance reports for quarterly and annual outputs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and best practice.
• Build relationships with stakeholders including Welsh Government and local authorities.
• Represent SWTRA at meetings and working groups.
• Manage teams, promoting performance and professional development.
• Ensure financial management including budgeting and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Contribute to sustainability and customer outcome strategies.

Job description

Asiant Cefnffyrdd De Cymru | South Wales Trunk Road Agent is looking for a leader to provide strategic and operational oversight in maintaining the trunk road network. The role involves implementing policies, managing maintenance works, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

You will direct responses to incidents, manage teams, and develop stakeholder relationships. The position offers a hybrid working model, a competitive benefits package including a 15.3% pension contribution, and generous holiday entitlement.