Street Works Officer - Greater London
Hours: 36 per week. Contract: Temporary. Rate: £21.41 PAYE / £26.90 Umbrella LTD (Inside IR35)
An experienced and motivated Street Works Officer is sought by a local authority in Greater London to join their Traffic & Transportation team on a contract basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a highways or street works professional with strong knowledge of NRSWA legislation and permit schemes to play a key role in ensuring works across the borough are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out inspections of street works and highway activities to ensure compliance with legislation, permits, and codes of practice.
* Identify defects, safety concerns, and non‑compliance, taking appropriate enforcement action where necessary.
* Issue defect notices, Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs), and signing, lighting and guarding notices.
* Assess traffic management proposals, permit applications, and works durations.
* Liaise with utility companies, contractors, emergency services, and internal departments.
* Monitor ongoing works and assess extension requests and overrun activities.
* Support proactive coordination of highway activities to minimise congestion and disruption.
* Accurately record inspections, notices, and findings using industry IT systems and EToN systems.
* Attend site meetings and provide technical advice on street works matters.
* Assist with investigations, witness statements, and enforcement proceedings where required.
To be considered for this role, you will need
* Proven experience within street works, highways, network management, or inspection roles.
* Strong working knowledge of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA), Traffic Management Act 2004, London Permit Scheme and relevant codes of practice and safety legislation.
* Experience carrying out inspections and managing compliance on live highway works.
* Ability to assess traffic management arrangements and permit conditions.
* Confidence working independently and making decisions under pressure.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience issuing notices, permits, or enforcement actions.
* Strong organisational and record‑keeping skills.
Essential Requirements
* NRSWA Supervisor Accreditation (or equivalent proven experience).
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Access to a reliable vehicle capable of carrying equipment.
* Ability to work across site locations and in live highway environments.
Desirable
* Experience working within a local authority environment.
* Understanding of the political and operational context of highways and transport services within local government.
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