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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in Bristol , are looking for an experienced Prinicpal Network Compliance Manager to join their in-house team.

Position: Prinipal Network Compliance Manager
Location:  Bristol
Salary: Negotiabe
Hours: Monday - Friday / 9am - 5pm
Contract: 12 Months 

Purpose:

The Principal Network Compliance Officer is responsible for the day-to-day inspection and enforcement regimes under the New Roads and Street Works Act, Highways Act, and related safety inspections. This role involves ensuring compliance with statutory duties, improving highway conditions, and fostering collaboration with internal departments, police, and partner agencies.

Job Requirements:

• Oversee statutory street works and highways safety inspections, ensuring adherence to legislation such as the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 and Traffic Management Act 2004.
• Supervise Statutory Undertakers' activities to uphold the Council’s Network Management Duty.
• Issue formal notices, legal documents, and penalties in line with enforcement protocols.
• Conduct periodic highway safety inspections, identify defects, and manage remedial action.
• Represent the Council in public inquiries, external meetings, and legal proceedings, preparing reports and providing technical evidence.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate highway activities and respond to public concerns effectively.
• Plan and monitor temporary traffic restrictions, closures, and diversion routes in accordance with regulations.
• Support quality control through sample inspections, ensuring compliance with safety and reinstatement standards.
• Lead on investigatory programs, including coring, to maintain adherence to codes of practice.
• Maintain professional relationships with stakeholders and address complex customer service issues promptly.

Essentials Skills required:

• Strong understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, Traffic Management Act 2004, Highways Act 1980).
• Proven experience in highway inspections, enforcement actions, and preparation of legal cases.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Competence in using management systems, mobile technology, and PC-based tools (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Full, clean driving license and willingness to travel for work purposes.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to rene.okoli@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Rene on 020 3854 4910 to discuss further.

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