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* This role provides the opportunity for hybrid working, allowing you to work either from home, subject to managerial approval, or from one of our offices.
* 30 days' annual leave (in addition to bank holidays).
* The contract offered is permanent and full-time (37 hours per week).
Some key information
* This role provides the opportunity for hybrid working, allowing you to work either from home, subject to managerial approval, or from one of our offices.
* 30 days' annual leave (in addition to bank holidays).
* The contract offered is permanent and full-time (37 hours per week).
What will I be doing?
We’re working to improve the lives of people in Somerset – and you’ll be a key part of that. As a Traffic Control professional, you will support with the maintenance of the Councils traffic control assets which include traffic signals, pedestrian crossings and variable message signing.
Your day-to-day work will involve:
* Modifying existing traffic control facilities to improve safety and efficiency.
* Develop, extend, maintain and implement changes to traffic control and CCTV systems, and manage any faults identified.
* Produce accurate AutoCAD design drawings for new traffic signal junctions and crossings, and scheme costings.
* Support the configuration and implementation of new and refurbished traffic signals installations and control equipment
* Prepare MOVA datasets, commission and validate new sites.
* Working closely with contractors, consultants, specialists and other Highways services
We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, with agreement from the manager.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be. But it will really help if you have:
* A degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or a related field of equivalent relevant experience.
* Demonstrable knowledge of traffic control systems and technologies.
* Knowledge of traffic modelling software such as LINSIG and TRANSYT.
* Proficiency in using AutoCAD and other design software.
* Familiarity with microprocessor signal controllers and UTC specifications.
We’re proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring that we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team. You can always contact the hiring manager for a chat if there’s anything you want to talk about before you apply.
What's in it for me?
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.
We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:
* We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
* Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
* Staff discounts in gyms.
* Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
* Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
* A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
* My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more
Anything else I should know?
The salary for the role is Grade 10, ranging from £36,124 to £40,476 per annum.
When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and ensure that any gaps in employment are explained. Please start with your current or most recent employment.
If you have all the information you need, just hit the apply button - we can’t wait to hear from you.
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