Medway Council

Principal Engineer Traffic Signals
Salary:Range 6 (£36,469 - £41,934) per annum
Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TR
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
Reference: R7113LS

We are looking for an experienced Engineer to join our Traffic Management team and be responsible for the day to day operation of traffic signals and telematics across Medway. Able to work both operationally and strategically, you will lead on the maintenance of traffic signals, other telematics and Intelligent Transport Systems and have extensive experience in contract management and budget monitoring. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate innovation and creativity and possess excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.

Medway is a unitary authority in South East England with superb transport links to London.

The council understands that a motivated workforce is the most important factor for it to be successful and achieve its aims. It’s vital that employees feel rewarded for their contribution.

As a Medway Council employee you will have the opportunity to develop both professionally and personally by undertaking relevant training opportunities, enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive rates of pay and pension scheme along with access to an employee advice, information and counselling service, employee forums and an employee discount scheme for national and local retailers.

Important Information
If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager Michael Edwards call 01634 331113.

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Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.

Closing Date: 17/05/2018 at 23:58 PM

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We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.