Overview
Highways Network Officer – WMF2727e
Details
Salary: £38,220 £39,152
Expires: 06/05/2026
Location: Kendal, Cumbria
Job Type: Full Time
Role
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.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will assist in leading the South Lakes Area Highways team, preparing, designing and processing highway improvement and maintenance projects, as well as undertaking other technical and administrative tasks. This includes carrying out activities relating to surveys, design, specification, and data collection / input.
What we are looking for
We are looking for strong communicators, as you will provide technical advice and guidance to colleagues with respect to standards for highways design and maintenance. You will also provide advice on the application of legislation, regulation, policy and principles to both internal and external customers of the Council.
This role is a great opportunity for candidates who have good experience of highway, transportation, or construction design, as well as a sound knowledge of local government and dealing with customers. Awareness of construction contracts, highway maintenance activities and national design standards is also desirable. You will be able to work under pressure, and be an effective team member, essentially acting as Assistant Engineer within the Network Team.
What we can offer
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)
How to find out more
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the attachments:
* Post Specification
* Role Profile
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 6th May 2026
Company: Westmorland and Furness Council
Location: Kendal, Cumbria
Sector: Highways
Sector: Highways Maintenance
Sector: Traffic Management
Job Role: Officer
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