officer (streetworks) network management

Job Introduction

About Us

Our Network Management Service is made up of three dynamic teams: Network Coordination, Civil Parking Enforcement, and Traffic Control. Together, we work to keep Oxfordshire moving. The Network Coordination Team plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our highways. We manage utility, developer, and private works under the Oxfordshire Permit Scheme, aiming to minimise disruption and maximise performance across the network.

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Network Coordination Officer to join our team. In this role, you’ll carry out inspections of streetworks to ensure they meet the standards set by the Oxfordshire Permit Scheme, the New Roads and Street Works Act, and relevant Codes of Practice.

You’ll work closely with Senior Officers and the Team Leader – Operations, supporting inspection targets (A/B/C inspections), issuing Section 74 charges and Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) to drive compliance. You’ll also help coordinate works and play a key role in mentoring and supervising Assistant Officers.

About you

You’re someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in making a positive impact on your community. You bring a keen eye for detail, a strong sense of responsibility, and a willingness to support others. Whether you're experienced in streetworks or looking to grow your career in network management, we welcome your application.

Rewards and benefits
  

• A culture that embraces flexible working
• Technology that enables agile working, where the role allows
• Up to 33 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Option to buy additional leave
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, including health and wellbeing support
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions up to 19.9%
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Discounts on shopping and travel, both locally and nationally
• Learning and development opportunities to support your growth

Our commitment to:
 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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