Location: Hybrid Working (1 day per week on-site) Rate: 28.96 per hour PAYE ( 40.00 per hour Umbrella) Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: 6 Months DBS: Basic DBS Required Lynx Employment Services are recruiting for an experienced Developing Highways Support Officer to support a highways team with the processing and adoption of historic development sites under Section 38 and Section 278 agreements. This role will play a key part in supporting a major programme of work to clear a backlog of highway adoption sites, working closely with technical officers, highways engineers, developers and external service providers. Key Responsibilities Support the processing of Section 38 and Section 278 highway adoption agreements. Maintain and update records relating to development sites and adoption processes. Liaise with developers, consultants, solicitors and internal stakeholders. Assist with the coordination of site inspections and follow-up actions. Review and collate technical information, drawings and supporting documentation. Support the progression of historic highway adoption cases through to completion. Work closely with engineering colleagues and external service providers to ensure accurate record keeping and efficient case management. Prepare reports, correspondence and updates for stakeholders. Essential Requirements Experience working within highways, planning, engineering support, development control or local government environments. Knowledge of Section 38 and Section 278 processes or similar development-related procedures. Strong administrative, organisational and record management skills. Ability to interpret technical information and engineering documentation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and database systems. Desirable Previous experience supporting highway adoption or development management teams. Experience working with developers, consultants or local authorities. Understanding of highway design and construction processes. What's on Offer? Competitive hourly rate. Hybrid working arrangement. Opportunity to support a significant highways improvement programme. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Valuable experience within a specialist highways and development sector.
Jul 08, 2026
Seasonal
Location: Hybrid Working (1 day per week on-site) Rate: 28.96 per hour PAYE ( 40.00 per hour Umbrella) Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: 6 Months DBS: Basic DBS Required Lynx Employment Services are recruiting for an experienced Developing Highways Support Officer to support a highways team with the processing and adoption of historic development sites under Section 38 and Section 278 agreements. This role will play a key part in supporting a major programme of work to clear a backlog of highway adoption sites, working closely with technical officers, highways engineers, developers and external service providers. Key Responsibilities Support the processing of Section 38 and Section 278 highway adoption agreements. Maintain and update records relating to development sites and adoption processes. Liaise with developers, consultants, solicitors and internal stakeholders. Assist with the coordination of site inspections and follow-up actions. Review and collate technical information, drawings and supporting documentation. Support the progression of historic highway adoption cases through to completion. Work closely with engineering colleagues and external service providers to ensure accurate record keeping and efficient case management. Prepare reports, correspondence and updates for stakeholders. Essential Requirements Experience working within highways, planning, engineering support, development control or local government environments. Knowledge of Section 38 and Section 278 processes or similar development-related procedures. Strong administrative, organisational and record management skills. Ability to interpret technical information and engineering documentation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and database systems. Desirable Previous experience supporting highway adoption or development management teams. Experience working with developers, consultants or local authorities. Understanding of highway design and construction processes. What's on Offer? Competitive hourly rate. Hybrid working arrangement. Opportunity to support a significant highways improvement programme. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Valuable experience within a specialist highways and development sector.
Our client, a London Borough, is seeking an experienced Transport Strategy Officer to support the finalisation of its Transport Strategy within the Highways sector. This job is a contract role, tailored for a Local Authority transport professional with significant groundwork already completed. The role's focus is to ensure that the Transport Strategy is polished, coherent, and ready for approval. Key Responsibilities Lead the final drafting and refinement of the Transport Strategy document Manage and coordinate committee papers and approval processes Support and help deliver consultation on the draft strategy Translate complex policy ideas into clear, high-quality written content Ensure consistency, structure, and formatting across the document, including tasks like paragraph numbering and document organisation Respond to potential political changes post-elections, including revising content where required About You Extensive experience working within a UK Local Authority, ideally in transport planning, policy, or strategy Proven track record of developing or finalising strategic policy documents Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively Comfortable working in a hands-on, detail-oriented role as well as contributing strategically Experience supporting member processes, committees, and consultations Able to work autonomously and provide the "final push" to completion If you are a seasoned Local Authority officer or consultant seeking an opportunity to contribute both strategically and hands-on, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and help shape the future of transport strategy.
Jul 03, 2026
Contractor
Our client, a London Borough, is seeking an experienced Transport Strategy Officer to support the finalisation of its Transport Strategy within the Highways sector. This job is a contract role, tailored for a Local Authority transport professional with significant groundwork already completed. The role's focus is to ensure that the Transport Strategy is polished, coherent, and ready for approval. Key Responsibilities Lead the final drafting and refinement of the Transport Strategy document Manage and coordinate committee papers and approval processes Support and help deliver consultation on the draft strategy Translate complex policy ideas into clear, high-quality written content Ensure consistency, structure, and formatting across the document, including tasks like paragraph numbering and document organisation Respond to potential political changes post-elections, including revising content where required About You Extensive experience working within a UK Local Authority, ideally in transport planning, policy, or strategy Proven track record of developing or finalising strategic policy documents Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively Comfortable working in a hands-on, detail-oriented role as well as contributing strategically Experience supporting member processes, committees, and consultations Able to work autonomously and provide the "final push" to completion If you are a seasoned Local Authority officer or consultant seeking an opportunity to contribute both strategically and hands-on, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and help shape the future of transport strategy.
Principal Traffic Engineer Our client, a prominent entity in the Highways sector, is currently seeking a Principal Traffic Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role is critical in leading the technical team in planning, investigation, and the delivery of traffic and parking engineering measures and schemes. This is an exciting opportunity to play a significant role in the management and execution of high-profile traffic engineering projects. Key Responsibilities: Leading the technical team in the planning, investigation, and delivery of traffic and parking engineering measures and schemes Overseeing the identification, appraisal, and design of traffic and parking schemes Managing budgets, contracts, and projects to ensure full compliance with organisational policies and procedures Procuring and supervising consultancy and design services in line with transport strategy objectives Supporting the Transport and Projects Manager in organising technical staff and administering the service Preparing and presenting committee reports, technical reports, and briefing notes Representing the service and deputising for the Transport and Projects Manager when necessary Providing expert advice and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders, including senior officers and elected members Job Requirements: Extensive experience in traffic engineering within the Highways sector Strong knowledge of traffic and parking engineering principles and relevant legislation Proven ability to manage budgets, contracts, and complex projects Experience leading and developing technical teams Strong understanding of local government environments and stakeholder engagement Experience preparing reports and presenting in formal settings Proficiency in relevant tools such as CAD, GIS, or similar systems
Jul 01, 2026
Contractor
Principal Traffic Engineer Our client, a prominent entity in the Highways sector, is currently seeking a Principal Traffic Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role is critical in leading the technical team in planning, investigation, and the delivery of traffic and parking engineering measures and schemes. This is an exciting opportunity to play a significant role in the management and execution of high-profile traffic engineering projects. Key Responsibilities: Leading the technical team in the planning, investigation, and delivery of traffic and parking engineering measures and schemes Overseeing the identification, appraisal, and design of traffic and parking schemes Managing budgets, contracts, and projects to ensure full compliance with organisational policies and procedures Procuring and supervising consultancy and design services in line with transport strategy objectives Supporting the Transport and Projects Manager in organising technical staff and administering the service Preparing and presenting committee reports, technical reports, and briefing notes Representing the service and deputising for the Transport and Projects Manager when necessary Providing expert advice and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders, including senior officers and elected members Job Requirements: Extensive experience in traffic engineering within the Highways sector Strong knowledge of traffic and parking engineering principles and relevant legislation Proven ability to manage budgets, contracts, and complex projects Experience leading and developing technical teams Strong understanding of local government environments and stakeholder engagement Experience preparing reports and presenting in formal settings Proficiency in relevant tools such as CAD, GIS, or similar systems
