Permitting Officer

ABOUT THE ROLE

Marlborough Highways have a fantastic opportunity for a Permitting officer to join a growing business within a busy department at our North London Office. We require the successful candidate to have prior experience processing and submitting Permits. The role is based in the North London Office, Garman Road, N17.

Why Choose Marlborough Highways? We’re not just building roads—we’re building communities! As a key player in our team, you’ll be the connection between our operational teams and local authorities, ensuring that our projects are not only exciting but also compliant and well-coordinated. If you’re someone who loves to keep things organized and thrives in a dynamic environment, this is the role for you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Raise permit applications based on work descriptions for submission to the Highways Authority.
• Keep all permits and notices updated
• Ensure works are on track, and request extensions if needed.
• Liaise with Project Managers and Supervisors to manage road space bookings efficiently.
• Input and update permitting information using Excel and Teams
• Build and nurture relationships with Local Authorities and other stakeholders.
• Monitor inspections of reinstatement and tackle any challenges with FPN and inspection data.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

• Prior experience in Raising permit applications
• If you have a passion for the highways industry and meet the following criteria, we want to hear from you:
• Experience: Proven track record in the highways industry.
• Legislative Know-How: Familiarity with the New Roads & Street Works Act 1991, Traffic Management Act 2004, and the London Permit Scheme.
• Admin Skills: Strong organisational and administration skills.
• Tech Savvy: Knowledge of street works management systems and experience with Insight/Symology is a plus!

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Computer literate.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiastic team player.

MARLBOROUGH HIGHWAYS APPLICATION INSTRUCTION TIPS

TO APPLY, PLEASE COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION, SUBMIT YOUR UPDATED CV AND ON THE PERSONAL SUMMARY YOU SHOULD COVER THE BELOW POINTS:

1. What you are applying for and why.
2. Why do you want to work for Marlborough Highways?
3. What qualifications do you already hold that are relevant to the Permitting Officer role?
4. What SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and EXPERTISE do you have that are relevant for this role? (please refer to the candidate requirements listed above).
5. What personal qualities do you have that will be useful for this role?
6.  (please refer to the candidate requirements listed above).

This role may close early depending on the number of applicants.