Traffic Manager - Bournemouth, Dorset Traffic Manager - Bournemouth, Dorset
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· Being part of a diverse, forward-thinking and supportive organisation
· The chance to make a positive contribution to the community
· A varied environment offering a range of occupations
· A supportive environment to learn and progress
· The opportunity to work with a range of Partners
Part 2 of the Traffic Management Act 2004, which came into force on 4 January 2005, requires that a Traffic Manager be appointed. This is a statutory post and all Authorities must have such an appointed person, who is to be known as the Traffic Manager. The post holder may carry other responsibilities for the authority.
The key outcome for the authority is that it will need to deliver a co-coordinated, planned, and effective response to the network management duty across the whole organisation, and to ensure that agreed actions are implemented.
“It is the duty of a local traffic authority to manage their road network with a view to achieving, the following objectives:
(a) Securing the expeditious movement of traffic on the authority’s road network; and,
(b) Facilitating the expeditious movement of traffic on road networks for which another authority is the traffic authority.”
The overall aim of the “expeditious movement of traffic” implies a network that is working efficiently without unnecessary delay to those travelling on it. Securing the expeditious movement of vehicles should not be at the expense of an authority’s road safety objectives. But, the statutory duty reflects the importance placed on making best use of existing road space for the benefit of all road users, ensuring the best operation of the network, especially in conurbations where networks of adjacent authorities can be highly inter-related.
The duty includes anything that would contribute to the more efficient use of the network, or that would avoid, eliminate or reduce congestion or disruption.
It is likely that the Traffic Manager would provide a focal point within the local authority, championing the need to consider the duty in all areas of work.
Skills Required:
You will be a Chartered Engineer or equivalent qualification with proven managerial experience, having a proven record of ability and recent evidence of achievement in the development and implementation of a network strategy influencing people, policy and procedural matters, in a local government environment preferably in a major conurbation Recent and significant experience of managing and developing large teams of staff and have a track record of successful project implementation.
A Clear understanding of the Traffic Management Act 2004 and precise written and oral communication skills, with the ability to listen to, and influence others is essential.
Proven ability to effectively manage budgets and meet financial targets. Understanding of DfT funding initiatives for Transport linked to performance. Sound understanding of the political context and environment Sound understanding of the role of the coach and / or mentor Comprehensive understanding of the workings of local authorities and knowledge of relevant legislation.
Understanding of transport performance Indicators and targetsand proof of successful delivery against them
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