SENIOR HIGHWAYS COMPLIANCE OFFICER
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £39,862 to £42,839 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | HU1 2AG |
| Company: | Hull City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 33469 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic Highway Asset Management Team within Major Projects & Infrastructure at Hull City Council. We are seeking an experienced highways professional to support the Manager – Highway Assets in delivering an effective and responsive, reactive maintenance programme across the city. This is a key role in ensuring Hull’s highway network remains safe, well‑maintained and compliant with statutory requirements.
About the Role
As Senior Network Compliance Officer, you will take lead responsibility for managing the Council’s highway safety inspection regime and enforcing the Highways Act. Your work will directly support the efficient upkeep of Hull’s highway network and contribute to a safe environment for all users.
You will work closely with the Manager – Highway Assets and colleagues across the Council, as well as engaging with a wide range of stakeholders including residents, businesses, Area Teams and elected members.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the Council’s highway safety inspection programme.
Ensure compliance with the Highways Act, including taking enforcement action where required.
Support the delivery of the reactive maintenance programme.
Produce detailed reports for the insurance team relating to claims and incidents.
Act as a first point of contact for Area Teams, residents and businesses regarding concerns about highway condition and misuse.
Provide accurate information and data from the Council’s asset management system.
Represent the Council in court when required.
Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain a safe and efficient highway network.
About You
You will bring a strong background in highways maintenance or asset management, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation. You’ll be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and capable of producing clear, evidence‑based reports. A proactive approach to problem‑solving and a commitment to public safety are essential.
Experience Preferred:
Experience of working in a highway asset management environment.
Experience of working with asset management software.
Sound knowledge and understating of the Highways Act.
Experience of service delivery.
Experience of managing performance targets.
Experience of effective team building.
Experience of highways inspections and the code of practice.
Hull City Council provides a range of benefits to motivate, reward and recognise the valuable work of our employees. This includes policies and support to help balance home life with work commitments, excellent learning and development opportunities, a defined benefit pension scheme and employee discounts from a range of suppliers via our Hull Plus website.
If you are excited by the opportunity to play a central role in the Highway Asset Management Team within Hull City Council and share our values to provide aspirational benefits to the people of Hull, then we’d like to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paul Botham, Highways Infrastructure Engineer on 01482 614 834 or email Paul.Botham@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
About the Role
As Senior Network Compliance Officer, you will take lead responsibility for managing the Council’s highway safety inspection regime and enforcing the Highways Act. Your work will directly support the efficient upkeep of Hull’s highway network and contribute to a safe environment for all users.
You will work closely with the Manager – Highway Assets and colleagues across the Council, as well as engaging with a wide range of stakeholders including residents, businesses, Area Teams and elected members.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the Council’s highway safety inspection programme.
Ensure compliance with the Highways Act, including taking enforcement action where required.
Support the delivery of the reactive maintenance programme.
Produce detailed reports for the insurance team relating to claims and incidents.
Act as a first point of contact for Area Teams, residents and businesses regarding concerns about highway condition and misuse.
Provide accurate information and data from the Council’s asset management system.
Represent the Council in court when required.
Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain a safe and efficient highway network.
About You
You will bring a strong background in highways maintenance or asset management, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation. You’ll be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and capable of producing clear, evidence‑based reports. A proactive approach to problem‑solving and a commitment to public safety are essential.
Experience Preferred:
Experience of working in a highway asset management environment.
Experience of working with asset management software.
Sound knowledge and understating of the Highways Act.
Experience of service delivery.
Experience of managing performance targets.
Experience of effective team building.
Experience of highways inspections and the code of practice.
Hull City Council provides a range of benefits to motivate, reward and recognise the valuable work of our employees. This includes policies and support to help balance home life with work commitments, excellent learning and development opportunities, a defined benefit pension scheme and employee discounts from a range of suppliers via our Hull Plus website.
If you are excited by the opportunity to play a central role in the Highway Asset Management Team within Hull City Council and share our values to provide aspirational benefits to the people of Hull, then we’d like to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paul Botham, Highways Infrastructure Engineer on 01482 614 834 or email Paul.Botham@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
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