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We have a great opportunity for experienced Highway Management Engineers to join our dedicated team. This exciting and challenging role is part of a small team who are responsible for delivering excellent public services to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the roads, footpaths and bridleways in Solihull.
We pride ourselves on being a Council that is small enough to care, but big enough to make a difference. To help achieve this we work closely with our public sector partners, businesses, the voluntary sector, and communities to improve the lives of the people we serve.
Currently helping to make big things happen – like the High-Speed 2 Rail network, M42 Junction 5a, our housing growth programme as set out in the draft Local Plan. With plans to bringing forward exciting commercial and residential develops at Birmingham Airport, the N.E.C. and Arden Cross development there are plenty of interesting projects to be involved with.
The Highway Management team forms part of the wider Highway Management Group and this post will report to the Strategic Lead officer. The wider group also deliver Sustainable Travel, Parking and Enforcement Services, Urban Traffic Control and our Highway Permitting functions, all who contribute to managing one of the best performing highway networks in the country.
Significant change is taking place in Solihull over the next decade, and this will be your opportunity to help shape how people travel in the future.
To meet the challenge and be successful in the role you will have (please refer to the Job and Person specification for full details):
- HNC or above in an Engineering or another relevant subject
- Detailed knowledge and experience of traffic management and statutory requirements.
- .Relevant experience of managing engineering, highway or construction related projects
- Experience of supervising site teams.
- Experience of Partnership working, able to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage and build relationships with a wide range of audiences and stakeholders.
In return for your commitment and contribution, the successful applicant will be offered:
- A range of flexible working options,
- Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year.
- A flexitime scheme with up to 24 days per year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24 hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
- Family and carer friendly policies
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
- As an essential car user, free parking is available.
To apply, please click on the link below. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Paul Tovey, Head of Highway Management at ptovey@solihull.gov.uk who will be pleased to discuss.
Closing date for completed applications is 28th January 2024.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview and assessment, week commencing 5th February 2024.
Please note we do not accept CVs.
The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required.
This post requires the following Disclosure and Barring check: Not required.
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Job description and person specification
