Description
We are seeking a Lane Rental Officer to join our Highways and Transport Service team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in implementing the Lane Rental Scheme, which aims to reduce congestion and improve air quality in the borough.
The Lane Rental Scheme is a new initiative that allows the council to charge utility companies and developers for occupying the most traffic-sensitive roads during peak hours. The scheme is designed to encourage efficient and safe roadworks, minimizing disruptions to traffic and improving overall network performance.
As a Lane Rental Officer, you will be responsible for:
- Managing the day-to-day Lane Rental application process, reviewing permits and providing technical advice to works promoters
- Proactively identifying work clashes and negotiating with utility companies to ensure work is carried out efficiently and safely
- Conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with legislation and maintaining public safety
- Validating charges, managing records, and supporting the preparation of funding bids and performance reports
- Acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders, including the public, councillors, and emergency services
- Utilizing DfT Street Manager and other internal systems to maintain accurate records, invoices, and data evidence
In return for your hard work, we offer a competitive salary of £39,519 - £48,519 per year, plus a range of benefits, including:
- A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption, and dependants leave
- Three volunteering days per year
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks
- Learning and development portal offering a range of courses
- Discounts on local shops, restaurants, gyms, and leisure centres
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle leasing scheme
- Confidential health and wellbeing support and counselling