Traffic Regulation Order Officer

Your new organisationSouthend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive worklife balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.Your new roleSouthend-on-Sea City Council is looking for a skilled and motivated Traffic Regulation Order Officer to join our dynamic Traffic Management and Parking team. This is a full-time, permanent role with the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement, providing a great work-life balance.

In this key position, you will play a vital role in the successful delivery of traffic management, highway, and parking schemes by offering expert technical knowledge and ensuring compliance with national legislation and local governance practices regarding the production of legal traffic regulation orders. Your work will help optimise road closures, ensure a compliant TRO process, and keep stakeholders informed.

You will ensure all traffic orders are processed effectively, in line with the Council's governance procedures, and advise senior managers on any risks, issues, or solutions as they arise. Your role will involve collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure roadworks and traffic management schemes are delivered to the highest standards, with a focus on safety and compliance. Additionally, you will manage the invoicing and payment processes related to traffic regulation orders, ensuring all records are maintained accurately.

You will undertake other duties as may reasonably be required, which are consistent with the role and level of responsibility of this post.

You will be expected to adopt a flexible working approach as you will be required to work occasionally outside 'normal' office hours / as required by your line manager.What you'll need to succeedTo excel in this role, you'll need a solid understanding of Traffic Signs Regulations & General Directions 2016 and the Traffic Management Act 2004. Experience with Traffic Regulation Order processes is a must, and you should be comfortable navigating the legal, regulatory, policy, and procedural standards that govern this field.

You'll be expected to offer expert technical advice and guidance to colleagues, contractors, and external partners, ensuring the smooth coordination of traffic schemes across the City. Your role will involve working closely with other teams to support public consultation exercises for larger parking and transport projects, providing advice where needed.

While experience with the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and the Local Authorities' Traffic Orders (Procedure) (England and Wales) Regulations 1996 would be advantageous, it is not essential for the right candidate.What you'll get in returnWhen joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to. The Council is an equal-opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.

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