Job Information
ROLE OF THE JOB
- The Highways Development Management team is part of the wider Highways Infrastructure Team and are responsible for dealing with the highway related aspects of new developments, from the pre-planning stage through until they become Highway Maintainable at Public Expense.
- We are looking for someone who can assist in the management, supervision and co-ordination for a team of Officers and lead on technical approvals and site inspections under the Highways Act 1980 (Sections 38 and 278), to assist in the delivery of an efficient, effective and customer-focused service.
- You will be based at County Hall in Morpeth, with flexible working arrangements which includes occasional working from home.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
- As a Principal Officer, you will have recent extensive and demonstrable experience and knowledge of the Highways Act 1980 Section 278 and Section 38 processes, including technical approvals and site inspections, together with experience of the Town and County Planning Act 1990 including the preparation of statutory responses to consultations on planning applications and enquiries.
- Degree level, or equivalent standard of education, with professional qualification and membership of a professional institute ie - C.Eng, I Eng, MICE, MCIHT etc, and understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and professional best practice.
- Experience and a proven record of accomplishment in the delivery of development management within an organisation of comparable scope and complexity.
- Strong communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach.
- Full, clean driving licence required.
For further information about this vacancy, please contact Michael Patrick (HDM Manager) via email; michael.patrick@northumberland.gov.uk
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Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
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Further information
Please note that this is a full time position.
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We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
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