Neighbourhood Highway Manager

Devon County Council (DCC) is looking for an inspirational individual to lead and direct the Neighbourhood Highway Teams across the Western, Teignbridge and South Hams area. This pivotal role within our Highways and Traffic Management service is an exciting opportunity to shape the strategic direction of critical services that directly impact communities and the travelling public. The successful applicant will bring clarity of vision, a strong professional commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to empower others. A key part of the role is liaising with elected members and their communities (e.g. via Town and Parish Councils etc.) to drive collaboration across teams and partners, ensuring that we deliver a safe, efficient, and sustainable highway network.

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
• Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
• For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
• We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
• This role requires a DBS disclosure.