Senior Technical Officer - Highway Assets and PlanningCouncil

Post No. STS0012.1 - Senior Technical Officer - Highway Assets and Planning

The roads, footways and drainage networks people rely on every day do not manage themselves. Help shape the future of Newport's infrastructure.

Overview of the role

Every day, thousands of people travel across Newport's highways without giving a second thought to the planning, data and investment decisions that keep the network safe, resilient and operational. As a Senior Technical Officer within our Highway Assets and Planning team, you'll play a key role in managing and improving the infrastructure that connects communities, supports economic growth and keeps the city moving. You'll use data, technical expertise and strategic planning to ensure that investment is targeted where it will have the greatest impact.

Why this role matters

Highways are one of the council's largest and most valuable public assets, but maintaining them is a constant challenge. Roads, footways, drainage systems and structures all compete for limited investment, making it essential that decisions are based on robust evidence and long-term planning. This role exists to ensure the council understands the condition of its assets, identifies the greatest risks and opportunities, and invests public funding where it will have the biggest impact. Your work will help keep Newport's infrastructure safe, resilient and fit for the future, supporting residents, businesses and communities every day.

Why join us?

At Newport City Council, you'll have the opportunity to work on infrastructure that genuinely matters to people's daily lives. You'll join a professional team responsible for managing some of the city's most important assets and have the chance to influence how investment is planned and delivered across Newport. This is a role where technical expertise meets public service.

What you'll be doing

You'll lead on highway asset management activities, overseeing data, systems and technical processes that support investment decisions across the council's infrastructure network.

You'll analyse highway condition information, identify maintenance priorities and help develop programmes that maximise the life and value of Newport's assets, ensuring limited public funding is invested where it will make the biggest difference for residents and road users.

You'll also contribute to policy development, asset management planning, contract management and compliance with legislation and industry standards while supporting colleagues and stakeholders.

Who we're looking for

You'll hold a recognised HNC in Civil Engineering, or an equivalent qualification in a related discipline, and be looking to apply your technical expertise to infrastructure that makes a real difference to communities across Newport. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex problems and understands the value of good asset management in delivering reliable public services. You'll have a background in highways, civil engineering, infrastructure or asset management and be comfortable working with technical data and performance information. Just as importantly, you'll be able to communicate clearly, build strong working relationships and be motivated by the opportunity to improve the infrastructure that people depend on every day.

To discuss or learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Joanne Turner – Team Manager- Assets & Planning via [email protected]

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and
particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values – Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd – Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd

Position type: Full time