Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and enthusiastic individual to continue and progress a career in the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) team at Staffordshire County Council.
Staffordshire County Councils new outlined Strategic Plan sets out to fix more roads and improve transport. We look after approximately 600 ITS assets across Staffordshire to ensure that roads and footways are safe and accessible for road users and communities. The assets include Traffic Signals, Vehicle Activated Signs, CCTV and other ITS related equipment placed upon the Highway. In addition to maintaining the existing ITS assets, the team ensure that new ITS assets on developments and road improvements meet the correct standards and are properly installed.
We are seeking an innovator to drive the team as the ITS sector continues to make technological advances. We are currently replacing all halogen signal heads to LED. This will generate significant savings in energy consumption and carbon emissions and reduce maintenance. There will be further technological developments in the sector as the move to vehicle electrification and automation intensifies.
Main Responsibility
You will manage the ITS team by assisting with the management, operation, design and development of the range of functions undertaken by the team.
As our Principal ITS Engineer, you will be the driving force behind our ambitious projects, utilizing your technical prowess and leadership skills to lead a team of brilliant engineers. You'll work collaboratively with our clients and stakeholders to understand their unique challenges and create customized solutions that surpass expectations.
The Ideal Candidate
With a wealth of experience in designing and implementing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) solutions, you are a true expert in the field. Your proven leadership skills have guided multidisciplinary teams to resounding success, fostering collaboration and delivering outstanding outcomes.
Your passion for technology and innate curiosity drive you to stay at the forefront of industry trends, ensuring our projects are infused with the latest innovations. Your exceptional communication and presentation abilities enable you to effortlessly convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, making you an indispensable bridge between our technical team and stakeholders.
Closing Date: Friday 25 August 2023
Interview Date: Wednesday 6 September 2023
About Staffordshire County Council
We are no ordinary county council:
Our Values:
The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.
Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:
We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.
We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.
Our benefits:
We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.
In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to a range of benefits.
Our recruitment process:
As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Silver Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
For more information about the role, please contact Emily Madsen (Lighting and ITS Manager) via:
Email: emily.madsen@staffordshire.gov.uk
Telephone: 07807137049
