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. • Full-time hours. • PAYE rate: £21.85 per hour / Umbrella rate: £29.44 per hour. • Assignment duration: 16/03/2026 – 26/10/2026.