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Bristol is a vibrant, exciting, diverse European City to live and work in. Come and help shape its future.

The City has ambitious plans to deliver an improved sustainable transport infrastructure, both in the City and within the wider region.

These plans include;

• Transforming our local communities through the development of ‘Liveable Neighbourhoods’:
• Developing Mass Transit options for the city;
• Building on our success as Cycling City to further develop and implement a world class walking and cycling network in the city;
• Making school journeys safer and increasing walking and cycling by implementing School Streets;
• Trialling and testing new transport technologies through our ‘Future Transport Zones’ programme of work.

What will I be doing?

As a Senior Traffic Engineer you will play a pivotal role in transforming the city's transport landscape.

You will lead and oversee complex, high-profile transport projects that align with Bristol’s Joint Local Transport Plan.

You will act as a key expert within the City Transport team, providing specialist knowledge, innovative solutions, and authoritative advice to project teams.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing sustainable transport initiatives that align with the Healthy Streets Approach. This vision centres on creating vibrant, accessible streetscapes that promote health and well-being for everyone.

You will have the opportunity to champion policies that enhance walking, cycling, and public transport access, making Bristol a more connected and liveable city for all.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Offer high-level professional expertise to support the City Transport team and oversee complex, city-wide projects. You will ensure projects meet key outcomes, addressing safety, efficiency, and sustainability, all while adhering to the principles of the Healthy Streets Approach.
• Project Management: Lead and supervise projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. You will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to implement new or improved transport services that enhance Bristol’s urban mobility.
• Innovative Solutions: Conduct in-depth research into transport initiatives, both locally and internationally, to bring forward innovative, people-centered strategies that improve Bristol’s streets and contribute to overall city regeneration.
• Collaborative Partnerships: Build and maintain strong working relationships with external organizations to drive improvements in service delivery, implement new transportation services, and explore opportunities for collaborative initiatives.
• Strategy Development: Play a critical role in shaping transport strategies and objectives, working closely with Bristol’s City Council to ensure the city's transport network aligns with sustainable practices and statutory obligations.

Healthy Streets Approach:

This position will directly contribute to the delivery of Bristol’s commitment to the Healthy Streets framework, which prioritizes safety, inclusivity, and accessibility.

You will lead projects that create greener, healthier environments, ensuring that every street is a place where people feel safe and encouraged to walk, cycle, and engage with their surroundings.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure all projects adhere to best practices in health, safety, and welfare policies.
• Maintain compliance with Bristol City Council’s codes of conduct, safeguarding policies, and equalities practices.
• Actively contribute to Bristol’s vision of becoming a thriving, sustainable city by embedding the Healthy Streets Approach into every aspect of your work.

If you're passionate about shaping urban transport systems that prioritize people, health, and sustainability, and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, this role is for you. Join us in leading the way toward a cleaner, healthier, and more connected Bristol.

Why Join Us:

As a Senior Traffic Engineer you will be a key figure in shaping the future of Bristol’s transport infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to lead innovative projects that contribute to a healthier, more connected city while advancing your career in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. Join us to help make Bristol’s streets safer, greener, and more accessible for everyone.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

For permanent Bristol City Council employees, this post will be a secondment.

For employees who are currently on a fixed term contract with Bristol City Council, the secondment must not extend beyond the end of the fixed term period to ensure there is a substantive post to return to.

If you are currently a casual worker or a member of an employment agency (currently working with Bristol City Council) this post will be a fixed term contract.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

For further information, please refer to the Person Profile, Job Description and Person Specification or alternatively, please contact Adrian Harrison via email at: Adrian.Harrison@bristol.gov.uk  

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Black and racially minoritised and Disabled candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.

Closing date: 19 December 2024.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.