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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in North  London, are looking for an experienced Principal Network Planner to join their organisation.

Position: Principal Network Planning Officer
Location: North London
Rate: £16.86
Office Based/Hybrid: Likely to be 5 days on site
Contract: 3 months (possible extension)

Job Purpose :

To support the Principal Network Planning Officers, Team Leader, and Head of Service in ensuring that all notices, licences, and permit applications comply with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and Council objectives. The role also involves representing the Council in engaging and educating stakeholders to promote public safety and wellbeing in relation to highway and street works activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and assess permit applications, licences, and notices in line with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, Traffic Management Act 2004, and London Permit Scheme.
• Supervise and support up to 3 team members, ensuring high standards of service delivery and compliance with statutory duties.
• Coordinate and prioritise works on the borough’s highway network to ensure minimal disruption and effective planning of street works.
• Maintain accurate records in the Council’s Street Works Permit Register and Local Street Gazetteer; report errors and update data where necessary.

• Sound knowledge of the Traffic Management Act 2004 and New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, including associated codes of practice.
• Strong working knowledge of the London Permit Scheme and street works legislation.
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate street works and public utility works to meet network management duties.
• Experience in supervising teams and delivering services.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office and street works systems such as mapping or permit management software.