Birmingham City Council
Principal Traffic Officer
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Principal Traffic Officer
Permanent – Grade D £45,091 – £53,460 (Consultation grade; subject to evaluation under the Equal Pay Programme) 36.5 hours per week
About the Role
We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive professional to support the Parking Services Manager and Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) Manager in delivering effective traffic management across the city. This role requires a strong focus on highway operations and statutory compliance, with responsibility for supporting the Council’s duty to ensure the expeditious movement of traffic on its network.
The incumbent must demonstrate a thorough understanding of:
- Traffic Management Act 2004
- Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
- Associated legislation and regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs)
- Drafting, delivering, reviewing, and managing TROs in both digital and non-digital formats.
- On-site reviews of TRO schemes to ensure compliance with regulations and guidance, while verifying their compatibility with operational requirements.
Transport and Development Coordination
- Providing expert advice on transport-related matters linked to:
- Planning applications
- Infrastructure schemes
- Private developments
- Support the role with knowledge of enforcement legislation and practices.
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Stakeholder Engagement
- Participating in consultations, contributing to policy discussions, and adapting to evolving transport priorities.
Essential Requirements
Experience and Skills
- Proven management or supervisory experience in a highway-related discipline, with expertise in:
- Traffic management around new developments.
- Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) processes.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and consultation skills to liaise with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, capable of motivating and developing teams.
- Ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement in operational processes.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on developing innovative solutions.
- Exceptional organisational skills to balance competing priorities effectively.
- High attention to detail, particularly when preparing and reviewing Traffic Regulation Orders.
- Strong IT proficiency, including experience using digitised TRO systems.
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Benefits
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to fair recruitment practices, equal opportunities, and ensuring an inclusive work environment.
We encourage applicants requesting reasonable adjustments or additional support to ease their recruitment journey. Please inform us of any accessibility needs or ways we may assist during your application process.
Application Note:
Applicants must upload a current CV via the attachments section of their application; applications without a CV will not be considered.
Job ID & Inquiries
For informal enquiries, contact: Resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk ⚠️ Proof of Right to Work in the UK is mandatory before any offer can be made.
⚠️ Critical Note: This position does not offer sponsorship for UK work permits. Applicants must demonstrate an unrestricted right to work in the UK for the duration of the appointment.
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