We are looking for an enthusiastic and effective individual with previous experience of highways maintenance, policy and asset management to join us as a Policy and Strategic Asset Manager.

An opportunity has arisen to join Lincolnshire County Council within the Place Directorate as an important part of the Client and Contract Services Team, contributing to highways policy and strategy.

To undertake this role you will ideally be an Incorporated Engineer OR have significant and relevant workplace experience with a differing appropriate qualification.

Working as part of the Asset Management Commissioning team, you will be expected to propose and develop strategic highways maintenance and other policies, strategies and plans as well as contribute to the commissioning of various highways services. You would also be expected to assist in the development and management of contracts and provide the service link to national policy groups.

Working within the political and business environment of the Council, you will need to make appropriate decisions based on legislation, national guidance, political pressures commissioning best practice and technical requirements. You will need to think creatively and work collaboratively, seeking opportunities to improve individual and team performance and service delivery in line with the Council's objectives.

With excellent communication skills, you will also demonstrate effective behaviours in the way you work with your colleagues, clients and stakeholders.

PLEASE NOTE: This recruit is a CV only application processes and as such it is imperative that your covering letter clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role (as set out in the attached Job Description) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the Client and Contract Services Team and the wider County Council.

Working with us, you can enjoy a salary of £32,234 - £35,745 along with; flexible working patterns, generous annual leave on top of public and bank holidays, a cycle to work scheme, contract car hire scheme, family friendly policies and an excellent pension scheme. We recommend reading the employee benefits brochure before submitting an application.

If you would like to know more about Lincolnshire County Council and our current vacancies then click the following link: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk .  If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Nicola Casburn at nicola.casburn@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Applications Close on 14/06/2021.

Policy – Highways – Commissioning – Strategic – Asset Management

At the current time during the Coronavirus restrictions,  all our employees are working from home if they are able to do so to support the health and safety of all of our colleagues.  We are embracing new ways of working and we are anticipating that remote working will continue to be a key feature of this role. You will be  given a nominated contractual work base and once current restrictions are lifted you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary.  

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for similar positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want our workforce to reflect the make-up of the community we serve. Therefore we welcome all applications irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, belief, sexual orientation, age or disability. We consider ourselves to be a family friendly employer, and offer flexible working patterns.