Our public sector client, based in York is looking to recruit, initially on an interim basis, a Highways Maintenance Co-ordinator/Scheduler to undertake a pivotal role helping deliver an effective, and efficient and reactive maintenance service for the highways within the York district.
We're looking for someone who is, IT literate, conversant with database applications, competent in the use of MS Office applications, MS Excel/Word/Projects (or similar) and has previous experience in supporting field based teams.
This role is for a minimum of 3 months, with the potential for the role to develop for far longer.
Our client needs someone that relishes a challenge and is capable of making things happen!
Creativity is a feature of the job but exercised within the general framework of recognised procedures, standards and legislation.
What the role involves: Working within a fast-paced environment, this role is to coordinate maintenance works on behalf of the Highways Asset Management service, specifically the Highways Maintenance and Highways Services teams.
The ideal candidate will provide planning and assist management of the work and workforce of both internal and external operations, oversee the day-to-day functions of the routine and reactive maintenance works, ensuring productivity and utilisation are maximized across all operational teams.
ensuring all works are in accordance with National Conditions for Permit Schemes, New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 and the statutory duty requirements of the Traffic Management Act 2004.
This role is critical to the successful process of basic maintenance this includes emergency works and keeping the highway network safe for all users.
The role is 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday ,the hourly rate of pay for this role is between £15.82 and £16.94, dependant upon experience.
What we need from you: Strong programming or scheduling and organisational skills, coupled with experience of databases applications.
Excellent working knowledge and experience of utilising excel spreadsheets, with the ability to learn new specialist software (our client uses Causeway ALLOY Asset Management Software, but training will be given).
A knowledge of Highways Streetwork's activities and permitting (desirable but not essential for the right candidate, training can be provided) Working Knowledge of New Roads and Streetwork's Act 1991 (NRSWA).
(again desirable but not essential for the right candidate, training can be provided) Ability for an individual to be able to work under their own initiative, and react to fast paced environment.
Previous experience in managing booking systems would be advantageous.
Knowledge of the area would be beneficial.
A technical bias would be advantageous.
Working knowledge of highways maintenance activities, traffic management and incident management would be beneficial.
Evidence of having worked with a range of stakeholders and inter departments.
A confident, independent and effective decision maker.
To apply, please email your CV or ring us on 07922 425165 for a confidential discussion.
An immediate start for this role would be ideal.
Regrettably we can't respond to every application we receive and please note that to apply for this vacancy you must be able to work in the United Kingdom.