Street works Technician (Grade 13)
| Posting date: | 19 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.47 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 June 2026 |
| Location: | Taunton, Somerset |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Nations Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Job Category: Social Care Qualified
Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Somerset Council
Hours Per Week : 37
Salary: £13.47 per hour
2 days in Office, 3 days remote
Looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Street Works Technician to join our friendly team helping to keep Somerset moving — whether you already have some experience, or more importantly, you’re looking to start a career in highways, traffic management, or public service.
What you’ll be doing
Assisting with assessing Streetworks permits and network coordination processes
Providing basic technical advice (with support from senior colleagues)
Using digital tools, mapping systems and databases
Responding too and dealing with emails
Preparing maps, plans, tables and reports
Supporting colleagues with administration and accuracy checking
Dealing with Utility companies and contractors working on behalf of Somerset Council
Dealing with members of the public and helping to resolve urgent highways issues
Attending meetings and occasional site visits as needed
About you
We offer full training, so prior experience in Street Works isn’t required — just a willingness to learn and develop. You’ll succeed in this role if you are:
Want to develop a role in Streetworks or Highways
Customer‑focused and confident communicating with a variety of people
Organised, enthusiastic and ready to take on new challenges
Comfortable using ICT and willing to learn new systems
Enjoy changing workloads and priorities, as no one day is the same.
Able to hold a valid driving licence
Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Somerset Council
Hours Per Week : 37
Salary: £13.47 per hour
2 days in Office, 3 days remote
Looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Street Works Technician to join our friendly team helping to keep Somerset moving — whether you already have some experience, or more importantly, you’re looking to start a career in highways, traffic management, or public service.
What you’ll be doing
Assisting with assessing Streetworks permits and network coordination processes
Providing basic technical advice (with support from senior colleagues)
Using digital tools, mapping systems and databases
Responding too and dealing with emails
Preparing maps, plans, tables and reports
Supporting colleagues with administration and accuracy checking
Dealing with Utility companies and contractors working on behalf of Somerset Council
Dealing with members of the public and helping to resolve urgent highways issues
Attending meetings and occasional site visits as needed
About you
We offer full training, so prior experience in Street Works isn’t required — just a willingness to learn and develop. You’ll succeed in this role if you are:
Want to develop a role in Streetworks or Highways
Customer‑focused and confident communicating with a variety of people
Organised, enthusiastic and ready to take on new challenges
Comfortable using ICT and willing to learn new systems
Enjoy changing workloads and priorities, as no one day is the same.
Able to hold a valid driving licence