Permitting Officer/Administrator, Luton
UK 4 hours ago
Job Description
VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.
We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts.
We have an excellent opportunity for an Administrator/Permitting Officer to join our HTMC in Luton on 12 month Fixed Term Contract.
Being a crucial part of the delivery team, being the main point of contact with the Local Authority. The tasks undertaken in this role ensure that all works on the network are permitted and compliant as well as supporting the team with general administration.
About you
General administration support
Reviewing and responding to our inboxes
Experience of working within Street Work permitting
Good knowledge of NRSWA desirable
Good knowledge of Traffic Management Act desirable
An understanding of Lane Rental Schemes desirable
Familiar with Confirm and or Alloy Asset Management Systems(desirable)
Ability to multi-task and manage a challenging and varied workload
Excellent communication skills - both written and oral at all levels
Ability to be proactive and to use initiative
Fully competent on all Microsoft Office packages, i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint etc
Experience of working in Civil Engineering or construction desirable
If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
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Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs&alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Permitting Officer/Administrator, Luton
United Kingdom 3 hours ago
VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities. We have the...