Overview
Lane Rental Officer - As a Lane Rental Officer, you will be responsible for managing, monitoring and enforcing lane rental charges applied to utility companies and contractors who occupy traffic-sensitive streets during peak times. You will also review permit applications, monitor works on site, and work with stakeholders to minimise disruption across the network. You will also play a key role in managing lane rental project bids, monitoring the delivery of approved schemes, and supporting the ongoing evaluation and governance of the scheme.
Key Responsibilities
* Apply daily lane rental charges to work promoters occupying designated traffic-sensitive streets during peak hours.
* Monitor roadworks on site to ensure works are completed efficiently and in accordance with approved schedules.
* Review permit applications to ensure compliance with lane rental rules, traffic-sensitive timings and safety requirements.
* Maintain accurate records of works start and end times to enable correct charging and identify any remedial action required.
* Promote collaborative working between utilities and contractors to reduce the duration of road space occupation.
* Support the management and monitoring of revenue generated by the lane rental scheme.
* Assist with the administration, monitoring and evaluation of lane rental bids and funded projects.
* Work closely with internal teams, utilities, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the scheme.
About You
* Experience working within highways, street works, network coordination or traffic management
* Knowledge of street works legislation or permit schemes (NRSWA knowledge desirable)
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Experience working with contractors, utility companies and stakeholders
* Ability to monitor works and maintain accurate records and reports
* A proactive approach to improving network efficiency and reducing disruption
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Opportunity to play a key role in delivering a new borough-wide traffic management initiative
* The role benefits from hybrid working, with at least three days per week based at office in South West London.
For more information and to apply
For a full description and further information on the role, please contact Phoebe Kingston at Carrington West on 02393 876043 or email phoebe.kingston@carringtonwest.com.
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