Traffic Management Operative - Qualified Blandford Forum, England
Job description
About Wessex Internet
Wessex Internet is a dynamic and fast-growing Internet Provider in the South West that is changing the way full fibre broadband is rolled out in rural areas. We believe that the countryside deserves lightning-fast broadband and are passionate in delivering a fantastic service to thousands of customers whose copper line upgrade is deemed uncommercial by the rest of the industry.
We design, build, and manage our own 3000km FTTP (Fibre to the Property) network in-house and are one of the leading suppliers making use of several Government funded voucher programmes.
Wessex Internet is growing fast. Our vision is to scale whilst retaining our excellent and personal customer service. In order to make our teams more effective and efficient we are investing in world class business systems and processes. Wessex Internet wants to make step change improvements to the broadband experience, setting it apart from other internet providers.
We believe in building a great place to work, where everyone’s contribution is valued, and everybody has the chance to raise their ideas and make a difference everyday.
Every one of us is responsible for the continued success of Wessex Internet, each individual has something valuable to offer, and together we’re constantly looking for better ways to serve more people. We’re growing fast, and we need the best people to join us.
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced, self-motivated and engaging individual to join our new Town Build Team. Reporting into the Delivery Manager you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and removing temporary traffic management on low-speed roads; this could be in the form of road closures, temporary traffic lights or stop & go. You will be expected to take the lead driving best practice of Traffic Management operations for a fast-growing new department here at Wessex Internet.
Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
Responsibilities
- Set up and close down temporary lights including 2way, 3way, 4way and UTC Multiphase System
- Stop and Go services
- Traffic Marshall responsibilities
- Support/lead lane closures for dual carriageways
- Complete relevant weekly paperwork including timesheets, vehicle checks etc
- Shift work and working outside in all weathers may be required
- Liaison with external Traffic Management companies
- Carry out prebuild traffic management surveys to assist with work planning
- Carrying out maintenance inspections of site set ups throughout the day to monitor ongoing works
- Championing Quality and Health and Safety, promoting and managing excellence in all SHEQ practices
- Assist the Delivery Manager with street works planning for Project Delivery
- Identifying and delivering opportunities for cost saving synergies across the delivery team
- Providing information to the Project Manager for them to be able to monitor, report and escalate issues within projects
- Build and maintain relationships with the local council and work with the Project Manager and Delivery Manager on the overall council engagement
Requirements
- LANTRA M1/M2 and M5 certified
- NRSWA accreditation beneficial
- Well-developed organisational and planning skills including schedule, scope and resource management
- Flexible, Proactive and Punctual individual
- Good local knowledge and existing relationships advantageous
- A good track record of working within a similar role
- Ability to understand and implement agreed plans
- The ability to work collaboratively with Stakeholders both internal and external
- Ability to follow within a process driven environment
Benefits
- The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday
- Enhanced Family Pay
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Tech Scheme
- Opportunities to progress your career - we’re a young, fast-growing business that is proud of our team of homegrown specialists. Whether you want to step up to lead a team, or expand your skills in a new area, we’ll help you reach your potential
- Free breakfast – including fruit, snacks, teas & coffees available throughout the day
- Regular social events
- Free onsite parking
- 75% discount to Wessex Internet package
Find out what it’s really like to work at Wessex Internet from some of our team by visiting https://www.wessexinternet.com/careers/ and watch our short video https://youtu.be/5U1j7GzB3Cc
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Role Type: Full Time/Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (some night and weekend work may be required)
Location: Site Based (Dorset and immediate surrounding Counties)
Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays
Required licence or certification: Driving Licence
