Highway Operations Engineer Lead

5 days ago


West Midlands Combined Authority, United Kingdom Kirklees Council Full time

Job Title: Highway Operations Engineer Lead

About the Role

Kirklees Council is seeking an experienced Highway Operations Engineer Lead to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team of engineers in coordinating and managing activities on the council's roads and footways, ensuring compliance with legislation and local policies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of engineers in maintaining the Council's Network Management duty in all matters, with a clear focus on minimising delay and disruption.
  • Co-ordinate and manage co-ordination and performance meetings as required with works promoters, neighbouring authorities, and other affected organisations and people.
  • Oversee predominantly office-based activities, including meetings and site meetings.
  • Ensure all team members hold a full and valid driving licence, and are willing to undertake a Kirklees Council driving assessment.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • A deep understanding of network management principles and practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven experience in leading a team in coordinating and managing activities on a highway network.
What We Offer

As a Highway Operations Engineer Lead with Kirklees Council, you can expect:

  • A competitive salary of £47,041 per annum.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave entitlement, flexible working, and staff shop initiative offering extensive high street discounts.
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities.


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