Street Lighting Senior Technician

Description:

2 months contract with A Local Authoity

Job Summary:

·         To take responsibility for the professional and customer focussed management of the Street Lighting function as well as contractors as necessary. 

·         Taking a supporting role in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of all public lighting systems and maintenance. 

·         To provide an out of hours highway emergency service if required

·         To support and report on an allocated budget associated with the role.

·         To help define the strategic direction of the service incorporating Camden’s corporate objectives, to ensure the service delivers value for money.

Key Duties/Accountabilities:

·         Manage the maintenance and installation of public lighting on the highway.

·         Monitor the workflow and ensure a regular work programme.

·         Ensure that all work is carried out according to the specification.

·         Manage an out of hour’s highway Emergency Service and arrange adequate cover.

·         Supervise external contractors.

·         Support with the financial management of public lighting.

·         Liaise with Asset Management team and provide information as required to maintain an up-to-date record of highway assets.

·         To maintain an awareness of current legislation and technical developments relating to these services and advise senior management on how they affect service delivery.

·         To ensure compliance with the Council’s systems for the implementation of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations. This includes maintaining and reviewing monitoring systems aimed at ensuring CDM compliance.

Essential Experience Required:

·         A good understanding of IT and software packages.

·         Substantial experience in the management of highway maintenance work e.g. public lighting, repair & maintenance.

·         Experience in Highway emergency service provision.

·         A sound knowledge of New Roads and Street works Act, Highways Act and Traffic Management Act in relation to these activities.

·         Knowledge and understanding of Heath and Safety legislation.

·         An understanding of site waste management issues.

·         A proven track record of 10 years successful high quality professional and managerial experience in working with Street lighting. 

·         Local government knowledge.

·         Proven ability to make accurate and considered decisions.

·         A Driving Licence.

·         An awareness of the environmental issues facing an inner London borough.

·         Experience of good interpersonal skills, confidence and the ability to negotiate with the public, contractors and clients.

·         Experience of working in a team within a local authority dealing with street lighting.

The closing date for this position is 13/05/24