Licensing and Enforcement OfficerCouncil

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our Highway Network Management Team within the Highways and Public Protection Department.

The role will have a specific focus on undertaking site-based inspections of new developments and infrastructure to ensure compliance with approved and highway adoptable specifications.

The postholder must have previous knowledge of the section 38 and 278 agreement process, a detailed knowledge of highway construction materials and understand the traffic management requirements to be able safe works on the highway.

The key responsibilities include:

Supervision of section 38 works.

Supervision of Section 278 works on the highway.

Maintaining detailed records of all site visits.

Ensuring compliance with Chapter 8 and associated codes of practice.

Enforcement of Highways Act 1980.

Responding to enquiries from Councillors and members of the public.

This role suits someone with a good knowledge of highway specifications, a team player with strong verbal and written communication skills who is able to competently organise and prioritise their workload.

Please see Appendix A (page 10) for a full copy of the Job Description and Person Specification.

The closing date for this vacancy is Friday, 30th October 2026 (or earlier in the event of high volume of applications being received).

Provisional interview dates are week commencing 16th November 2026.

Position type: Full Time