Highways Licencing Officer
Highways Licencing Officer
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Phoenix House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 5NP or Halesworth Service Delivery Centre Halesworth Suffolk IP19 8EN or Rougham Service Delivery Centre Rougham Suffolk IP30 9ND - Hybrid
- 27711 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or secondment until September 2026 (maternity cover)
Suffolk County Council is different. Were a modern flexible and forward-thinking organisation thats constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. As a Highways Licencing Officer with us youll enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued your potential is nurtured and your work makes a tangible difference. Ready to reimagine what your career could be
Your role and responsibilities
- you will beprocessing requests for permanent and transient licences. These include materials on the highway skips and scaffolding street furniture cranes and vehicular dropped kerb accesses
- liaisingwith the customers and working closely with the Highways Licensing Inspectors to ensure the efficient effective delivery and management of this service.
- plan and be creative in the use of resources through meaningful application of technology systems thinking smarter ways of working time management and project management tools and techniques
- think critically and analytically in making decisions and recommendations based on sound rationale in accordance with our policies
- be an effective ambassador for Suffolk County Council when liaising with colleagues within Suffolk Highways and external customers particularly representatives of the County Council and parish town district and borough councils
- respond to increasing financial pressure by being creative innovative and cost-focused to secure optimum efficiency savings cost reductions and profitability without sacrificing service quality.
You will need
- to be able to organise your time and understand how to prioritise tasks and an eye for detail
- great communication skills
- to be able to work using your own initiative as well as part of a busy team.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
We are a small friendly team which comprises both Highway Licensing Officers and Highway Licensing Inspectors. The Licensing Team form part of the wider Highway Regulation Team with a total of 31 colleagues and work together to support each other and provide the best service possible for both internal and external partners.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Ralph Butcher for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 0 or emailing .
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
1. Tell us about a time when you had to explain complex technical information to a non-technical audience. How did you ensure your communication was clear and effective
2. How do you ensure youre providing consistent and impartial service to all applicants of permanent and transient licences
3. Describe your experience with financial management tasks such as processing payments and issuing notices for overdue fees.
Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling0.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date: 11.30pm 20 July 2025.
Interview date: Week commencing 28 July 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
