Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 27/02/2026
Job Information
Work Experience 4-5 years
City Hackney
Province Hackney
Postal Code E2
Job Description
7 month contract role with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
* The TMA Permitting Officer will support Hackney Council’s Public Realm Division by ensuring compliance with the London Permit Scheme (LoPS) and relevant streetworks legislation.
* The role focuses on validating and processing permit applications, monitoring statutory undertakers and contractors, and minimising disruption across the borough’s highway network.
* Working closely with the Senior Permitting Officer and Streetworks Inspectors, the postholder will contribute to effective coordination of road and street works while supporting service improvement initiatives.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
* Validate and process permit applications in accordance with the London Permit Scheme and the Code of Practice for Permits.
* Identify irregularities and manage non-compliance via EToN, applying appropriate permit conditions.
* Record breaches under relevant legislation including the Traffic Management Act 2004 and the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA).
* Assist in the issuing of Fixed Penalty Notices where appropriate.
* Liaise with statutory undertakers, contractors, internal teams and other stakeholders to ensure effective coordination of works.
* Integrate feedback from Streetworks Inspectors into permitting decisions and processes.
* Maintain accurate records using systems such as Mayrise, LondonWorks and GIS platforms (MapInfo, GGP, PlanWeb).
* Produce monitoring data, statistical returns and performance reports.
* Support income monitoring and assist with recovery of outstanding debts in liaison with legal and external agencies.
* Contribute to service reviews, quality assurance processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Deputise for the Senior Permitting Officer where required.
Skills/Experience:
* Experience within a streetworks, highways or permitting environment.
* Strong working knowledge of the London Permit Scheme (LoPS).
* Understanding of the Traffic Management Act 2004 and NRSWA 1991.
* Experience using EToN for managing permit applications and non-compliance.
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
* Competent in MS Office and relevant industry systems (Mayrise, LondonWorks, GIS software).
* Experience delivering customer-focused public sector services.
* Methodical, detail-orientated and able to remain calm under pressure.
* Understanding of Best Value principles and local authority service delivery.
Additional Information:
* The closing date: 28/02/2026.
* Temporary assignment based within the London Borough of Hackney.
* PAYE rate: £21.85 per hour / Umbrella rate: £29.44 per hour.
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