About Us

Are you a traffic/highway engineer looking to advance in your career?

• Are you interested in the design & delivery of highway/traffic engineering schemes that improve road safety, cycling, the public realm and encourage sustainable active travel?
• Would you like to work for an excellent inner London Borough that prides itself on delivering excellent projects and customer service for its residents?
• Would you like to take on more technical and managerial responsibility with opportunity develop & learn?
• Are you seeking for work arrangements that, through hybrid/flexible working, improve your work-life balance?

If you answered yes, we would love to hear from you!

Who we are:

Wandsworth Council’s Traffic Engineering Division is seeking a Senior Highway/Traffic Engineer who will be responsible for the design & delivery of highway/traffic improvements schemes for Wandsworth and Richmond Upon Thames Councils under the Shared Staffing Arrangement (SSA). This position is based in London Borough of Wandsworth (Hybrid). 

The Traffic Engineering Division (Group 3) is a fast moving and dynamic team which will suit a talented and ambitious traffic/highway engineer seeking to take the next step in their career. You will be working in a stimulating and supportive environment, where you will have the opportunity to pursue an engineering professional qualification. 

About the role:

 As a Senior Engineer, you will be an integral part of the team, responsible for design & construction of the Council’s public realm, cycling, active travel, and road safety improvement schemes. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to work on a wide range of engineering projects for a fantastic local council. You will have the responsibility of overseeing a small number of assistant engineers and assisting with Principal Engineer with day-to-day management of projects. 

 You will:

• Have direct responsibility for the delivery of schemes from design to implementation. You work will cover the feasibility, design, consultation, and construction of highway/traffic engineering schemes. 
• Have experience of project management, ensuring schemes are delivered to time and budget.
• Have experience of highway scheme design using AutoCAD and other relevant software packages. 
• Have an opportunity to manage/supervise assistant engineers and other technical support staff and deputise for the Principal Engineer as required. 
• Have experience of delivering high quality highway/traffic engineering schemes in accordance with technical specifications, guidance, and legislation such as CDM 2015, TSRGD, DMRB, TSM, Highways Act & NRSWA.
• Have excellent communication skills and an ability to manage priorities and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Have excellent written skills with the ability to produce reports, consultation material and feasibility studies. 
• Be able to provide operational and motivational leadership of staff.
• Be able to deliver excellent customer service by ensuring all member queries about service delivery are dealt with promptly and effectively.
• Be able to advise and support senior managers on relevant service and operational matters.
• Want to enjoy opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

About you:

• You will have sound knowledge and experience of delivering & managing high quality highway/traffic engineering schemes. 
• You will have sound knowledge and experience of the use and application of highways/traffic engineering related design guidance, legislation, health, and safety requirements. 
• You have working knowledge of asset management, prioritising, and programming of schemes.
• You will have sound knowledge and experience of scheme design using AutoCAD and other relevant software packages. 
• You will have appropriate professional engineering qualification and/or at least 5 years highway/traffic engineering experience in private and/or local government setting.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the post or have any queries, please contact Tabrez Hussain (Principal Engineer) – tabrez.hussain@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk or 020 8871 6265

Agile/Flexible/Hybrid working:

At Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, we care more about how you work and what you achieve, rather than where you work on any given day. The difference you can make to our local communities is what really matters most to us, service delivery must always come first. 

We have carefully considered agile ways of working to provide the best experience for residents, stakeholders, and our staff. Our agile working strategy actively supports and encourages a dynamic work environment and daily working experience.

Please review the attached Job Profile for the full details on this varied role.

If you have the skills we are looking for and would like the challenge of taking on this unique opportunity, please follow the steps below to apply.

How to apply?

Please register, submit your CV and a supporting statement addressing how you meet the requirements of this role. If you are having difficulty in applying online, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0208 871 8825 or recruitment@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to see if we can offer alternative arrangements for you to apply.

Why choose us?

In return, we can offer you working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance. These include a range of flexible working options and a generous holiday allowance of 32 days plus bank holidays.

In addition, we offer a range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts at many leisure activities, restaurants, shops, and other establishments. A wide range of developmental opportunities are also offered.

Indicative Recruitment Timeline

Closing Date:  Sunday 19 November 2023

Shortlisting Date: Week commencing Monday 20 November 2023

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 27 November 2023

Useful Information:

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once enough applications have been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This position is not available for sponsorship.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.

The application process for this role will be anonymised.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

Important Information:

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils