Assistant Network Coordinator, - Highways and Transport

Job Description

We're looking for an Assistant Network Coordinator for a local government client in Leatherhead, Surrey. To assist in the assessment of incoming Streetworks permit applications, review the potential impact and coordinate the works, to minimise disruption and reduce congestion on the public highway in accordance with the legislative requirements of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA), as amended by the Traffic Management Act 2004 (TMA), in association with the requirements of the South East Permit Scheme.

Responsibilities

Required to assist in the assessment of incoming street works permit applications, supporting prompt and effective coordination of activities across the road network, to policies and National Streetworks Legislation and Guidance documents, advising on appropriate traffic management requirements for worksites, considering the need for operative and public safety, and maintaining the expeditious movement of traffic.

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

• Knowledge of relevant technical area, including, where appropriate, relevant practical skills.
• For some roles, a relevant degree may be required.
• Good IT skills, including MS Office and database management systems.
• Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to build sound relationships with customers and explain technical issues to non-technical people.
• Ability to prepare and present reports in a logical and digestible format.
• High-level administrative, analytical and organisational skills.
• Able to prioritise and plan own workload in the context of conflicting priorities and work on own initiative.
• A methodical approach to information gathering, recording and reporting.
• Typically, previous work experience in a relevant environment.
• Some experience of operational and administrative NRSWA & TMA activities, including specialised computer systems.
• Technical knowledge of NRSWA and TMA, and the application of the legislation in coordinating and ensuring compliance with work on the highway, including an awareness of the principles of a Permit scheme.
• Able, on occasion, to attend meetings on site and at other stakeholders' offices.
• Knowledge and practice of current site safety procedures and guidance, as well as temporary traffic management, is desirable.

Qualification – Essential

• GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.
• Educated to A level, HNC or equivalent, or able to evidence ability at an equivalent level, or relevant vocational qualification (level 3/4 QCF).
• New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) Supervisor accreditation is desirable.
• A full, valid driving licence
• Advanced Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Social Media and CRM

Essential Compliance Requirements

• 3 years' reference, including current employment
• A full, valid driving licence
• Willing to engage in the mandatory pre-screening application process.

Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. Our organisation is deeply committed to fostering an environment of equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace.