Job summary
This is a permanent opportunity to make a significant impact on reducing road traffic casualties within the county through detailed analysis, innovative safety measures, and collaborative efforts.
Key skills required for this role
Road Safety Engineer
Important
Our client, is currently seeking a Road Safety Engineer to join their team.
Job description
Key Responsibilities:
1. Analyse collision data to identify trends and risk factors
2. Implement speed management initiatives to improve road safety
3. Conduct safety reviews of highway design proposals
4. Undertake Road Safety Audits in accordance with GG119
5. Manage road safety schemes and provide expert advice to colleagues and external partners
6. Review applications for changes to highway operations and speed limits
7. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal teams and external organisations
8. Promote safe, healthy, and sustainable travel for all road users
Job Requirements:
9. Experience in road safety engineering, including collision data analysis
10. Knowledge and appreciation of the Safe Systems approach to road safety
11. Qualified to undertake Road Safety Audits as per GG119 standards
12. Strong organisational skills to prioritise workloads effectively
13. Customer-focused approach to build and maintain stakeholder relationships
14. Understanding of highway design standards and guidelines for safe solutions
15. Excellent communication and collaborative skills
Benefits:
16. Flexible and agile working opportunities
17. 25.5 days annual leave, rising to 30.5 days after 5 years of continuous service
18. Option to purchase 10 additional days of leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
19. Family-friendly policies and support
20. Career development and qualification opportunities
21. Supportive and collaborative working environment
22. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
23. Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 confidential counselling and advice
24. In-house Occupational Health service
25. Employee discount schemes
26. Cycle to Work scheme
27. Green Car Scheme (terms and conditions apply)
28. Access to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network
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