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Traffic Officer

Job Introduction

Reporting to the Principal Engineer the post holder will take a lead responsibility for ensuring the Council complies with the requirements of the Traffic Management Act 2004, Highways Act 1980, New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, Clean Neighbourhoods Act 2005, Town Police Clauses Act 1847 and Vehicle Excise Duty (Immobilisation, Removal and Disposal of Vehicles) Regulations 1997.

The successful candidate will be part of a team managing the highway network; sharing information, coordinating actions and assist in promoting an integrated approach to traffic management across the district - taking operational responsibility for co-ordinating events on the highway network as part of the Safety Advisory Group.

They will also assist with legal aspects of highway network operations, including taking enforcement action where and when needed in order to comply with legislative requirements relating to public safety. Experience of working in a multi-agency environment dealing with complex issues on a daily basis is essential to the post.  

A good standard of IT literacy of Microsoft Office programs is required including the ability to produce spreadsheets and written reports.

Appropriate training will be offered where necessary and a full driving license and the ability to drive to sites around the district is essential.

For further information

If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Danny Stewart, Traffic and Enforcement Coordinator on 07582 104479 or e-mail danny.stewart@bradford.gov.uk.

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf .

Equal Opportunities 

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants. 

The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.

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