Permit Officer

Full Time (37 hours per week)

Based in Huntingdon

Key Accountabilities:

To assist in the operation and management of the Permit Schemes for Roadworks and Streetworks in accordance with the Statutory Guidance and National Conditions for Permit Schemes, New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991 and Traffic Management Act (TMA) 2004 to minimise disruption to highway users. To ensure all permits are reviewed, co-ordinated and managed accurately and efficiently to ensure the safe and expeditious movement of traffic including pedestrians.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate and prove working knowledge and experience and implementation of Permit Schemes, knowledge of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, Traffic Management Act 2004 and the Statutory Guidance and National Conditions for Permit Schemes, use of Insight/Symology systems, or relevant mapping systems. Due to the high number of permit applications the post holder will need to be highly organised and methodical in approach with ability to manage own time and deliver what is required in an efficient manner.

Main Accountabilities:

• Analyse and deal with permit applications accurately and efficiently within the agreed timescales and in line with Statutory Guidance, National Conditions and the Cambridgeshire Permit Scheme.
• Assist in the coordination of permits working as part of a team to resolve any conflicts, refusals or variation requests which must be acted on immediately. Liaise with the utility company to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Work as a team with Street Works Officers to assist in the processing of Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders, Roadspace Bookings and Licences.
• Maintain precise and accurate and up to date records in line with permit procedures, NRSWA and TMA legislation
• Assist in managing the fees, fines, charges and FPNs and ensure they are managed in line with New Roads and Streetworks Act, Traffic Management Act, associated Statutory Guidance and Codes of Practices.
• Support the processes for ensuring utility companies fees, fines and invoices are paid accordingly.

We offer:

• 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
• 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
• Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Amber Debens on (phone number removed)