Engineer (Highways)

2 days a week in the office. May be required in magistrates court. Days TBC. Highway Engineer - Stopping Up and Legal Closures Job Purpose : We are seeking a motivated and experienced Engineer to join our Highways team with a specialist focus on processing and managing stopping up and other legal highway closure under the Highways Act 1980 and the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. You will take ownership of these applications, ensuring that statutory procedures are followed, consultations are managed effectively, and legal orders are delivered in a timely and lawful manner. In addition to this core responsibility, you will support the delivery and technical review of Section 278 and Section 38 highway agreements, particularly during period of lower demand in the stopping up workstream. Key Responsibilities : Lead on all stopping up and highway closure processes, including liaising with applicant, legal services, planning officers and the public. Manage and maintain a register of stopping up applications and provide progress updates to stakeholders. Interpret and apply relevant legislation and policy. Draft reports, legal notices, and formal orders in conjunction with legal services. Conduct site visits, consultations, and attend court hearings or public inquiries where necessary. Provide technical support on Section 278 and Section 38 agreements - assessing design submissions, inspecting works on site, and ensuring compliance ...