At SWTRA, we help create a road network that connects people and places in a safer, greener and more reliable way. We work on projects across South Wales that address some of the country’s most critical challenges. From complex infrastructure, increasing transport needs, and climate change – we combine innovation, expertise, and technology to make South Wales a better place to live, work and visit. You can contribute to work that will have a lasting positive impact on your local community with an organisation where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that’s supportive, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunities for growth. Why not give it a try? We would be very happy to consider your application to join our skilled, enthusiastic and friendly team.
Responsibilities
The postholder will be classified as an accountable manager act as a key strategic leader and as a member of the senior management team supporting the Strategic Manager / Head of Service in delivering service strategies and policies, and working collaboratively with Welsh Government, partners and stakeholders to ensure a coordinated, compliant and high-performing highways maintenance service.
To lead and manage the Highways Maintenance Service for the South Wales Trunk Road Agent, ensuring through strong governance the effective and consistent delivery of safe, resilient and high-quality maintenance across the Strategic Road Network.
The postholder is responsible for developing, planning and delivering high-quality services. The role provides strong and visible leadership across the service, setting clear direction, managing performance, and ensuring successful outcomes for the Agent.
The postholder will lead and manage all operational aspects of highways maintenance, including routine and cyclic maintenance, emergency response and winter maintenance through the Regional Maintenance Partnership, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, effectively and in line with Welsh Government standards and statutory requirements.
The role is accountable for embedding Highway Infrastructure Asset Management principles and leading on the digital transformation agenda in the electronic recording of maintenance operations and condition. This will include demonstrating compliance with Trunk Road Maintenance Manual standards, across all functions, driving value for money, efficiency of operation and continuous improvement. This includes ensuring effective use of resources, robust financial management, and high standards of service delivery.
Should you require further information or to speak to someone please email – [email protected]
You can apply online via the NPT Council jobs page www.npt.gov.uk/jobs
Welsh Language skills are not required.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.
In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify for this. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.
At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.
We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.
We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.
