We have an exciting opportunity for the right person to work within the challenging and ever-changing landscape of Highway Operations. Successful applicant will need to be able to assist in leading a multi-disciplinary team of operational staff delivering a wide range of construction, administration, and logistic activities.

The role is responsible for managing logistics and material procurement for the Highways Depots. Knowledge of inventory management and logistics software is essential, although training can be provided for the right applicant. The role will require close liaising with the Highways Operations Assistant Managers and Operations Engineers, the wider management team in Highways and Transportation and relevant stakeholders. You will also be the line manager for up to 10 operational staff. The role is based as advertised in Crooklands but will require regular site visits to assess and ascertain progress of works and to work from other depots across Westmorland and Furness. We are looking for organised, experienced, and enthusiastic Assistant Engineers and logisticians, team players and professionals who are keen to learn and progress within the Highways Service. If this sounds like you, then please apply today.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.