Officer Traffic Signals

Connected Local Government; Kidlington; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Kidlington is seeking an Officer for its Traffic Signals Team. The role involves managing routine maintenance and supporting the implementation of traffic signal proposals. Candidates should be self-motivated, have strong communication skills, and be able to engage positively with the public. The role offers flexible working options and opportunities for career development within the council's supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

Up to 33 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of traffic signal maintenance.
• Advise on proposals for new traffic signals.
• Manage traffic flows on congested roads.

Skills

Self-motivated

Detail conscious

Strong communication skills

Able to engage positively with the public

Job description

About Us

Now is a great time to join Oxfordshire County Council Signals & Solutions, part of our innovative Network Management service. We are committed to delivering high‑quality, safe, and smart traffic signal infrastructure across the Oxfordshire highway network.

We are seeking an Officer to join our Traffic Signals Team, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver an excellent service toメント local residents.

We provide a supportive environment for career development and progression, with opportunities to gain experience in a variety of roles.

About the Role

The core purpose of this role is to support the management of routine and reactive traffic signal maintenance across the County, advise and quality check proposals for new signals, and support the implementation of proposals from third parties.

You will contribute to the effective maintenance of traffic signal assets, ensuring that they remain optimised for local circumstances, and that new schemes for signals are designed and installed to national and local standards.

The post‑holder will also ensure signals are utilised to mitigate congestion on the network as part of contingency planning and work to manage traffic flows on congested roads. This is a key role in the delivery of the County Council’s priorities to promote active travel and behavioural change.

Whilst based at Ron Groves House in Kidlington, there are both flexible and agile working options. Site visits for inspections and project supervision are also required.

About you

You will be:

• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to learn new skills in a fast‑paced environment
• Detail conscious with strong communication skills
• Diplomatic and able to engage positively with the public and stakeholders

For more information, contact Ben Broughton, Traffic Signals Team Leader – Signals & Solutions ([e-mail]).

Rewards and benefits

• Flexible working culture
• Technology for agile working
• Up to 33 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option to buy extra leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Local Government pension scheme (up to 19.9% employer’s contribution)
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies
• Shopping and travel discounts
• Learning and development opportunities

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria tala job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi‑time, full‑time and part‑time working, job‑sharing, nine‑day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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