Transport Network Officer – Hertfordshire
Jacobs, in collaboration with Hertfordshire County Council (HCC), is looking for an experienced Traffic Network Officer to help protect and maximise the value of HCC’s £8 billion portfolio of highways, structures, and environmental assets.
Responsibilities
* Validate and process permit applications in line with the East of England Permit Scheme and relevant Codes of Practice.
* Apply and verify permit conditions to minimise disruption and maintain safety, ensuring strong network control.
* Assess Traffic Management Plans, offering practical alternatives and attending site meetings to reduce network impact.
* Process licence applications (skips, scaffolding, hoarding, cranes) to ensure safe use of the highway.
* Collaborate with film companies and event organisers to support safe, well‑managed activities on public roads.
* Build effective relationships with internal teams, the Police, statutory undertakers and other stakeholders on network‑related matters.
* Provide clear, professional responses to enquiries, helping to maintain a positive public image.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Hold a Lantra 12D M7 Client Officer/Manager Traffic Management qualification and experience working in a street works permitting environment such as the East of England Permit Scheme.
* Have experience with the DFT Street Manager street‑works system and a working knowledge of the Coordination of Street Works and Road Works Code of Practice.
* Hold a full clean driving licence.
Benefits and Working Conditions
* Hybrid role with 2 days per week office attendance in Stevenage; 40 h week.
* Up to 10 % pension contribution.
* 24 days annual leave (+10 days purchased).
* Free medical and income protection insurance.
We welcome applications from candidates who may not meet all listed requirements and from those seeking flexible working. Jacobs is a disability‑confident employer.
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