Traffic Regulation Orders Officer

This role has a starting salary of 30,647 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week.

We are excited to be hiring a new Traffic Regulation Orders Officer to join our fantastic Traffic Regulation Orders Team is based at The Merrow Complex in Guildford.

This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between collaborating together in the office for 2 days per week and working remotely, including from home.

This position presents an exceptional opportunity for an individual who excels in hands-on practical learning and aspires to start a new career with Surrey County Council. The team is committed to the training and development of new staff through the Professional Development Programme (PDP), which is instrumental in preparing our workforce of the future. The PDP scheme encompasses three pay grades ( 30,647 - 39,820) and offers on-the-job learning, and the requisite experience to become a valued Officer within the team.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff)
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.

About the Role

The Traffic Regulation Orders Team provide a legal service throughout the Highways, Transport & Network Management service area by promoting and producing temporary and permanent Traffic Regulation Orders and Notices for works on the Surrey Road Network. The team supports not only Surrey County Council works, but Statutory Undertakers and other Agencies. Our aim is to provide a professional, efficient and cost-effective service, ensuring that the Council is protected in its legal duty and that all Traffic Regulation Orders and Notices are in place prior to any works being carried out on the Highway.

As a Traffic Regulation Orders Officer, you will be responsible for making Temporary Traffic Orders/Notices and Permanent Traffic Orders under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. You will hone accurate drafting skills for the required Statutory Notices and Orders which are time sensitive. You will also develop relationships both within the team and with those teams requesting Traffic Orders as you give advice on the process and related legislation.

Your Application

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align withour behaviours:

• Good IT skills including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to prioritise and plan your own workload in the context of conflicting priorities and work on own initiative
• Good written and spoken communication skills with the ability to build sound relationships
• Ability to understand and use relevant legislation and associated procedure regulations

To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 5 questions:

1. This PDP role is to develop and train staff in forming a career within Traffic Regulation Orders. Please tell us what interests you about this role specifically.
2. Please describe a time when your attention to detail was critical to the success of a task or project. What was the situation, what specific steps did you take to ensure accuracy, and what was the outcome?
3. Tell us about a time when you had to quickly learn a new process, system, or piece of legislation in order to complete a task or meet a deadline. How did you approach the learning process, and what did you do to ensure you understood and applied the information correctly?
4. Please give an example of a time when you had to communicate complex or technical information to someone who was unfamiliar with the topic. How did you ensure your message was clear and understood, and what did you do to build a positive working relationship in the process?
5. Please tell us about any other relevant skills or experience you have, which may also include Traffic Regulation Orders.

The job advert closes at 14/04/2026 with interviews to follow.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Our Commitment

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.