Head of Traffic Management - Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom - Central Bedfordshire Council

    Central Bedfordshire Council
    Central Bedfordshire Council Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Closing date: 18 December :59 pm

    Salary: £69,398 - £74,453 per annum

    Contract: Hybrid

    To apply for this role please visit our recruitment partners website - Osborne Thomas-

    Within Central Bedfordshire there is significant growth and development, with plans for an additional 20,0000 homes and investments in major assets such as leisure centres, independent living schemes and health care hubs. These inevitably result in an increased demand on the road network.

    The Highways service is responsible for keeping Central Bedfordshire's roads and pavements safe. It looks after 1,400 kilometres (869 miles) of roads and manages highways assets through a £250m Term Service Contract. A recent remodelling of the service has identified a need to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Head of Traffic Management to oversee all highway assets.

    The Head of Traffic Management is a statutory role and will be responsible for Traffic and Highway Improvements, Traffic Regulation Orders, Street Works and Permitting, Road Safety Improvements and Education, School Crossing Patrollers, Highways Development Management and Highway Agreements and Adoption, S38 & S278. An exciting opportunity where you will be part of the Highways Leadership Team.

    As Head of Traffic Management you will:

  • Lead the Council's Traffic Management Services safely, effectively, and sustainably.
  • Provide operational and strategic leadership to Traffic Management services.
  • Ensure excellent customer service and responsiveness.
  • Be accountable for developing and maintaining effective supplier relationships and contract performance and the delivery of Integrated Transport capital programmes of work.
  • Be an advocate for continuous improvement and corporate change, leading by example in line with the Council's values.
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    To apply for this role please visit our recruitment partners website - Osborne Thomas-