Job Reference: HCC624796
Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum
Work Location: Hampshire Highways Depot, Petersfield
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
To deliver the regulatory duties of the New Roads & Street Works Act 1991 and Network Management Duties of the Traffic Management Act 2004 (through coordinating works and activities and inspecting and monitoring County Council and utility works and stakeholder communication) to ensure statutory obligations are met in accordance with legislation The County Councils Permit Scheme, agreed policies, procedures and budgets.
This role will be undertaken in the East Hampshire area (East Hants & Havant)
You’ll coordinate utility works, County Council works and public events to minimise traffic disruption. You’ll inspect utility and County Council works on the highway to identify and resolve defects and improve works quality in close liaison with contractors. You’ll also respond to queries from members of the public and other stakeholders, as well as supporting the local works Streetworks inspector and performance management team.
Appropriate highways experience, flexibility and the ability to manage a workload with minimal supervision are key. In addition good customer care and communication skills are essential.
You will have the ability to fulfill the travel requirements of the role and, as required, be able to work out of hours to respond to weather and other emergencies.
This is a coordination role not highway design/engineering.
We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.
If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!
To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package.
Assistant Highway Engineer (Permit Scheme Activity Coordinator) Candidate Pack
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
Neal Masterson, Streetworks Manager on 07736 792906
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