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Head of Service - Highways & Transportation Salary: £77,899 Expiry: 17/05/2026 Location: North East Lincolnshire We are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Head of Service - Highways & Transportation, providing strategic direction, professional leadership and organisational assurance for one of our most critical statutory services. North East Lincolnshire Council is reimagining how highways and transportation services are led and delivered - placing innovation, sustainability, safety and community outcomes at the heart of everything we do. This is a senior leadership role with accountability for the performance, resilience and future development of highways and transport services across the borough. About the Role As Head of Service, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership, management and delivery of the Council's highways and transportation functions, ensuring the network and transport systems are safe, well maintained, resilient and fit for purpose. You will lead the development and delivery of service strategies, capital and revenue programmes, and improvement initiatives aligned to our corporate priorities, statutory duties and available resources. Working closely with elected members, senior officers, partners and stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in shaping transport outcomes that support economic growth, regeneration, climate resilience and community wellbeing. Responsibilities Providing strategic leadership for highways and transportation services, ensuring statutory duties are discharged effectively Leading and managing senior officers and multidisciplinary teams across highway maintenance, transport, traffic management, flood risk, structures and road safety Overseeing capital and revenue programmes, ensuring strong governance, financial control and value for money Establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with internal services, contractors, developers, statutory bodies and regional organisations Ensuring robust arrangements for health & safety, risk management, business continuity and service resilience Contributing to corporate strategy, regeneration programmes and cross council transformation initiatives Acting as a deputy to the Assistant Director of Infrastructure and providing visible leadership both internally and externally Qualifications Proven leadership at a senior level within highways or transport services A strong understanding of statutory, regulatory and governance requirements Experience managing complex budgets, programmes and organisational change Excellent political awareness and the ability to operate effectively in a local government environment A collaborative, values led leadership style with a commitment to continuous improvement Benefits As part of your RewardNEL package, you will have a generous leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension. You will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform, which includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our in house wellbeing support, free and discounted local car parking and instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment and hotels. Staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a fostering friendly scheme. Equal Opportunities We regularly review data to ensure our recruitment processes are fair, transparent and promote equal opportunities for all. We also have an in house Equalities Champions Group that works to promote and embed inclusivity in the workplace, helping us identify areas where we can take positive action and make the organisation a safe space for colleagues to feel connected.

A local government authority is looking for a Head of Service - Highways & Transportation to provide strategic direction and leadership. The role involves managing highways and transport services, ensuring safety and resilience across the network. Candidates should possess proven leadership skills and experience in budget management. Benefits include flexible working, generous leave, and access to wellness support. This senior position is critical to promoting community wellbeing and economic growth in the region.

A local government authority in Greater London seeks a Corporate Director for Growth and Environment. You will spearhead strategic leadership across multiple services, including planning, regeneration, and environmental growth. The ideal candidate brings substantial experience in strategic management, strong partnership skills, and the ability to inspire teams. This role ensures that community needs shape services delivered while managing substantial budgets. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Overview Lambeth is a borough with social justice at its heart. As one of London's most diverse, welcoming and inclusive communities, we are committed to harnessing the power of our people and partnerships to tackle inequality and ensure that everybody thrives. We are honest about the journey we are on. Radical change and reform is needed, both locally and nationally, and we are clear eyed about the financial context facing local government. Our 2030 aspirations and Corporate Delivery Plan signal a significant shift in how we work: shared ownership of priorities, a stronger grip on delivery, and communities genuinely empowered to shape the services they receive. The Role As Corporate Director for Growth and Environment you will have strategic leadership responsibility across a genuinely broad portfolio, including: Regeneration and economic growth, driving place based investment and socio economic outcomes across the borough Environment, Planning and Enforcement, including planning policy, development management and building control Highways, transportation and household waste services Resident Services and the borough's culture offer, encompassing libraries, leisure, major events and tourism You will lead a directorate of significant scale and complexity, with direct reports including Directors of Highways, Environment and FM; Climate Change, Planning and Transport; Regeneration; and Resident Services. As a member of Lambeth's Corporate Management Board you will share collective accountability with the Chief Executive for delivering the Borough Plan. You will set strategic direction, manage substantial budgets, and work across organisational boundaries to translate ambition into measurable outcomes for residents. Key Accountabilities Provide strategic leadership across the directorate, creating clarity of purpose and inspiring high performance at every level Lead the development and delivery of the council's Regeneration and Growth strategies, enhancing socio economic and environmental outcomes across Lambeth Ensure planning functions underpin key regeneration and infrastructure delivery objectives Champion equity and justice in service design, delivery and community engagement Build and sustain effective relationships with elected members, partners, sub regional bodies and central government Hold forensic oversight of directorate budgets, ensuring value for money and sound financial management Maximise the identification and accessing of external resources to deliver growth, stronger partnerships and an excellent environment for residents Contribute to corporate strategy, risk management and business continuity planning as a member of the Corporate Management Board About You Knowledge and Expertise A clear understanding of the strategic landscape for economy, regeneration and growth, nationally and in London. An appreciation of Lambeth's role as both an individual borough and a member of sub regional and pan London partnerships. Sound knowledge of environment, planning and enforcement services. Leadership and People A proven ability to lead and develop high performing professional teams, driving meaningful change while supporting and empowering colleagues at every level. Partnership and Influence Strong partnership skills demonstrated across a range of stakeholders: elected members, residents, professionals, neighbouring boroughs, sub regional and regional bodies, and central government. Strategic and Financial Management Substantial experience of strategic development and economic growth disciplines, robust budget management, and strategic contract management with effective value for money oversight. Political Acumen Sound political awareness and a demonstrated ability to work constructively with elected members to deliver strategic priorities. A relevant professional qualification is desirable, though equivalent experience will be considered. Please note that this is a politically restricted post under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Working at Lambeth Lambeth is a borough of genuine contrasts and extraordinary potential. From Brixton to Waterloo, Clapham to Stockwell, ours is a place of energy, diversity and ambition. Our values of equity, ambition, kindness and accountability are not aspirational slogans; they are the foundation of everything we do. Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with a Corporate Director role, including a local government pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and a genuine commitment to your professional development.