Westmorland and Furness Council, Highways and Transport service is looking for an experienced, motivated, and friendly individual to join us as Highways Network Officer. We are excited to offer this excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in highways, transportation, and construction backgrounds looking to join a large and thriving organisation. The Service is responsible for managing and delivering Westmorland and Furness Council’s duties for Highways Services. The increase in new highway construction is having a direct impact on highway service delivery in compliance with the Highways Act 1980 and the Council’s role in facilitating and managing Section 38 Agreements (S38); which is the current method of adoption of highways associated with new developments under the Act and highway improvements; Section 278 Agreements (S278). Support the Highways Adoptions Engineer to respond and coordinate, on a Council-wide basis, to the significant increase in the number of new planning applications from residential and commercial developers in Eden, South Lakeland, and Barrow, that either impact on highway improvements or involve highway adoptions. Assist and support the Highways Service of the highway’s adoption process for Section 278 and Section 38 agreements, ensuring the Council is fully compliant with legal agreements entered into with developers. Advise various departments and partners, including developers and Highway Consultants, on issues relating to Section 38 and Section 278 agreements and their impact on the highway network. Undertake highways design checks to facilitate highway developments in relation to Section 38 and Section 278 agreements. Calculate bonds, establishment fees, and other costs associated with the legal agreements for Section 38 and Section 278. Work with developers and contractors through the Section 38 and Section 278 construction phases in respect of site inspections, onsite testing, and agreeing remedial works. Maintain a site diary to include activities undertaken, works completed, materials used, and a photographic record of progress. Who we are looking for… Relevant qualifications in civil engineering or a related field. Good experience in highway, transportation, or construction design. Sound knowledge of local government and dealing with customers. Awareness of construction contracts, highway maintenance activities, and national design standards. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. What can we offer you! Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk) Would you like to find out more? For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below documents: Post Specification Role Profile If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Ben Davis by email on highwayadoptions@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk Application and Interview information Closing date: Tuesday, 20th May 2025 To apply please click the Apply Now link below.