At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people s lives. About the Team Nestled between the Cotswold and Mendip areas of outstanding natural beauty, Bath & North East Somerset is a region that boasts both vibrant urban life and serene rural landscapes. The city of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its historic architecture and Britain s only natural thermal springs. This unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty makes Bath & North East Somerset a highly desirable place to live, work, and visit. About the Role We are seeking a Traffic Management Technical Officer to support the work of our high-performing Traffic Management Team. The team covers traffic management, road safety, Traffic Regulation Orders (including temporary orders), and operational elements of public transport. About You What We Are Looking For : Experience : Experience of working in an office-based technical and/or engineering environment, working closely with other technical staff. The ability and confidence to carry out site inspections and visits, sometimes meeting with others. An understanding of traffic management, walking, wheeling, cycling, and public transport infrastructure. Knowledge : Knowledge of techniques which can be used to address traffic management, transport, highway, and safety issues on the public highway, and a good awareness of the traffic and transport challenges faced by the Council. Skills : Good written and verbal communication skills, the ability to produce drawings, attention to detail, and a commitment to team working and individual development. Innovation : An inquisitive nature and willing to ask questions and challenge existing processes, and also the confidence to work on your own initiative. Why Join Us: As well as the local outcomes you will help to shape, we are part of the West of England Combined Authority, which has secured significant transport funding for investment in public transport, walking, wheeling, and cycling improvements over the next five years. You will have a part to play in ensuring that these projects are delivered on time and within budget, as well as ensuring that our services deliver on our commitment to Improve People s Lives. Work Environment : This role offers the flexibility of blended working, with time split between home and our award-winning Civic Centre in Keynsham, conveniently located between Bath and Bristol. Hot desking options are also available at the Guildhall in Bath. Join Us : If you are ready to help in taking Bath & North East Somerset to new heights, we want to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact and help shape the future of our exceptional region. If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what s involved, please contact Neil Terry, Traffic Management & Network Team Manager, Neil_Terry@bathnes.gov.uk or call 07976180063. Interview date: 08/07/2025 No Agencies Please. *Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants. About Bath & North East Somerset Council. Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. Why Bath & North East Somerset Council? We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs. *Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.