Street Works Permitting Officer

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 16/04/2026

City Kingston upon Thames

Province Kingston upon Thames

Postal Code KT1

1 month contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

• Due to the departure of the previous post holder, an experienced Street Works Permitting Officer is required on a part-time basis to support the service with the raising, processing, and administration of Temporary Traffic Restriction Orders (TTROs) and street works permitting activities. The role will help ensure statutory compliance, minimise disruption on the highway, and support the safe and efficient management of roadworks and traffic restrictions.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Raise, process, and manage Temporary Traffic Restriction Orders (TTROs) in accordance with relevant legislation and council procedures.
• Assess applications for TTROs and street works ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with statutory timescales.
• Liaise with internal departments, utilities, contractors, and external stakeholders regarding traffic management and street works activities.
• Support the administration of the street works permitting system, including checking notices and permits submitted under NRSWA and TMA requirements.
• Lead the planning, promotion, and delivery of community engagement events and outreach activities, including logistics, content development, and stakeholder liaison.

Essential Experience Required

• Previous experience working in a Street Works, Highways, or Traffic Management role within a local authority or similar organisation.
• Proven experience of raising and managing Temporary Traffic Restriction Orders (TTROs)

Essential Qualifications Required

• Good working knowledge of New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) and Traffic Management Act (TMA).
• Understanding of TTRO procedures and relevant highways legislation.

Additional information to note

• Working Hours: 10 hours per week
• Officer required part time to assist with the raising or Temporary Traffic Restriction Orders due to the departure of our last Officer, which that post currently vacant.