Permit Officer

Our client, a prominent company in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Permit Officer for a maternity cover contract. This role involves organising and issuing permits for work on the public highway and requires experience with Street Manager and Confirm.

• Prepare, submit, and manage streetworks permit applications
• Ensure permits are submitted within statutory timeframes and include accurate details of works, duration, traffic management, and location
• Monitor permit statuses, including approvals, conditions, variations, and extensions, as well as Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs)
• Collaborate with both the schemes delivery and reactive maintenance teams
• Work from internal management systems and a programme of works to plan and permit tasks
• Ensure compliance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, the Traffic Management Act 2004, and the London Permitting Scheme

• Experience in streetworks
• Knowledge of New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 and Traffic Management Act 2004
• Experience working within the London Permit Scheme (LoPS)
• Proficient with Street Manager and Confirm
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Good communication and stakeholder coordination abilities

• Opportunity to work on diverse projects, from minor maintenance defects to major resurfacing schemes and network upgrades
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Commitment to employee wellbeing, including mental, physical, and financial aspects

If you have experience in streetworks and are keen to join a dynamic team within the highways sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated and professional team.