About The Job
Salary: £44,428 to £47,420 per year plus £3,203 car benefit
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Highways Services Team at Luton Council as an Engineering Delivery Team Leader!
The purpose of this role is to support the Major Projects Manager in managing projects, contracts, and delivery related to traffic engineering, traffic signals, public lighting, civil engineering, and related projects.
You will lead the development of the strategy for the long-term structural maintenance of highways in Luton.
Office Location: Kingsway Depot, Luton.
Please note: this role does not attract sponsorship.
About You
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in traffic engineering, civil engineering, public lighting, traffic signals engineering, and project management. Knowledge of budget monitoring, forecasting, and securing external funding is essential.
You should demonstrate excellent communication skills, tactfulness in dealing with inquiries and complaints, and the ability to present complex issues clearly through reports and presentations.
Qualifications required include a Highways Engineering qualification such as a Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent, along with knowledge of legislation, guidelines, and best practices related to highway maintenance, asset management, drainage, public lighting, traffic signals, and highway structures.
About Us
Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision aims to eradicate poverty in Luton. We value our talented, committed, and passionate workforce dedicated to serving our residents.
Application Process
This role requires a criminal record disclosure, as it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must declare all cautions and convictions, whether spent or unspent, that are not protected by law. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in dismissal or disciplinary action.
Benefits
* Annual leave: 25 to 32 days, depending on service and grade
* Buy additional leave: up to 20 days via scheme
* Career development opportunities
* Pension scheme with up to 20.2% employer contribution
* Relocation allowance: up to £8,000 (eligibility dependent)
* Employee Assistance Programme: free confidential support
* Flexible working options including remote work and part-time arrangements
* Training, mentoring, and career pathways
* Staff discounts on various services and products
* Arriva Travel Club benefits
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