Job Description

Reporting to the Assistant Group Manager and Engineering Officer you will contribute to the successful delivery of Glasgow City Council and NRS aims and objectives.  Working as part of our technical & engineering team within Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability (NRS) Traffcom. You will be responsible for keeping the city and its transport links running smoothly, this includes the maintenance of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) which comprise of the traffic signal network, variable message signs and traffic cameras.

You must possess good communication and IT skills, be able to contribute to the assessment of technical problems and provide effective solutions. Working as part of the team you must be able to manage your workload under pressure and be able to deal with emergency situations whilst working to tight deadlines.

An HND / HNC or equivalent in Civil Engineering or in an electrical discipline and current driving licence are essential. A degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or in an electrical discipline is  desirable.  An understanding of traffic signal operation and design and a knowledge of traffic signal design guidance is desirable but not essential. Previous experience in working in a traffic signal, traffic management, roads or design environment is desirable but not essential.

• A Standard Disclosure Scotland check and NPPV level 1 vetting will be essential on taking up appointment
• Please note the successful candidates will be required to pay for their own Disclosure Scotland check.

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