Job Description

Application closing date
25/01/2026
Location
Halifax
Salary
Scale PO9-12, SCP 35-38; 46,142 - 49,282 per annum
Package
37 hours per week, permanent
Job category/type
Council

Job description

Post Ref: CC478

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.





Positioned within the Strategic Infrastructure Service, the Traffic Engineering Team plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the safety and functionality of our road network, crucial for supporting the community's well-being and economic development. This post is an opportunity to be at the heart of shaping the strength and safety of the highway environment in Calderdale.





Our focus is on highway safety, and this encompasses both Highway and Traffic Engineering ensuring our roads are efficiently designed, managed, remain safe and meet legal standards. We are seeking applicants working across both disciplines.





We are currently seeking a Senior Engineer (Traffic) with specialised expertise in Highways and/or Traffic Engineering, leading a small team of Engineers.





The team primarily delivers highway schemes and contributes to the delivery of the Integrated Transport objectives of the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement. You will be responsible for leading the team and preparing suitable design solutions for highway safety and improvement schemes, ensuring that the Council complies with the requirements of current legislation, undertaking work programming, estimating, supervision and reporting on scheme progress. In addition, the team will be delivering minor traffic schemes and contributing to improvements in highway safety. Responsibility will also include work programming, estimating, supervision and reporting on scheme progress.





Other responsibilities include contributing to and delivering a broad range of other civil engineering projects covering areas such as public realm and S38/S278 highway projects, both growing areas currently. Experience in delivering Traffic Regulation Orders, would be advantageous.





The role involves collaborating with Planning and Enforcement teams to develop and apply effective traffic regulation strategies that enhance road safety, manage traffic flow, and support the needs of the community, responding to queries from elected Members and the public, and acting as a focal point for technical advice.





The ideal candidate will have


Experience of team management. Experience of relevant legislative frameworks combined with practical experience in their application within a local authority or similar environment. Strong analytical skills, as these are essential for assessing the impact of measures. The ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Closing Date: Sunday 25th January 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 16th February 2026

We may utilise digital interview methods.





As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff.





On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.





Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce, and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.





For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.