Senior Engineer; Traffic Engineering

As a Senior Traffic Engineer, you will be an integral part of the team delivering the traffic engineering programme in Islington, carrying out design, estimation, project management and site supervision of a range of schemes including public realm, cycleway, livable neighbourhood and general traffic schemes.

• Design, estimation, project management and site supervision of a range of traffic schemes.
• Line manager responsibilities of junior staff.
• Regularly liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including other council departments, contractors, utility companies, developers, police, members of the public and other organisations as needed.
• Work closely with the term maintenance contractor to deliver a successful borough-wide programme of high-profile schemes.
• Support the Traffic Manager and Principal Engineers in delivering Islington Council’s Traffic and Engineering programme.

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

We are looking for someone who is competent, has the technical experience, and is a team player to help deliver the best schemes possible.

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• Range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35‑hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.