Asset Operations Officer; Highways

Location:

South London - predominantly site-based

Contract:

Initial 6-month contract, with potential for extension
Rate: £272.14 per day Umbrella

Start Date:

2 November 2026

We are currently recruiting for an Asset Operations Officer to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a major urban highway network.

This is a predominantly site-based position, working closely with contractors, suppliers, internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure highway assets are safe, well maintained and operating to the required standards.

• Support the day-to-day delivery of regional highway operations alongside contractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Monitor works and contractor performance to ensure quality, safety and operational standards are maintained.
• Carry out site inspections and checks on completed works, including quality and quantity checks.
• Identify defects, risks and opportunities for improvement across the network.
• Support the management of minor works and operational activities.
• Liaise with local authorities, boroughs, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Provide operational input into schemes and projects.
• Assist with responses to incidents and emergencies, helping to minimise disruption and maintain network safety.
• Maintain accurate records and provide operational information and reporting.
• Attend site as required and potentially participate in an on-call rota.

The successful candidate will have practical experience within highways, highway maintenance, street works, road works or traffic management.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience working with contractors, suppliers or external stakeholders.
• Good understanding of highway operations and maintenance.
• Ability to identify defects, risks and operational issues.
• Ability to work independently and make appropriate operational decisions.
• Basic Excel, database and IT skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective when responding to incidents or working under pressure.

• Local authority or public-sector experience.
• Experience of contractor monitoring.
• Experience of network management.
• Knowledge of the London road network.
• Experience using operational asset management or highways systems.
• A full driving licence and willingness to drive a fleet vehicle.

No specific professional qualification is required; practical highways experience is preferred.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced highways professional looking for a longer-term opportunity, with the initial contract expected to run for six months with potential for extension.