Permit Officer
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Job Summary
Job Title: Permit Officer
Salary: 39027- 44463 per annum
Grade: E
Permanent Contract
Full-Time 37 Hours per Week
About the Role
The Permit Officer has a key role in the delivery of the Thurrock Permit Scheme.
This particular role entails stringent investigation of permit applications ensuring that all are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner. The successful applicant will assist in the co-ordination of the road network ensuring no clashes occur with other works investigate non-compliances issuing Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) and dealing with enquiries and complaints from residents and cabinet members.
The role also involves the drafting and processing of road closure applications whether they relate to planned or immediate activities.
What We Are Looking For
The applicant must have intensive knowledge of the NRSWA and the TMA and must have previous experience in interrogating the DfT Street Manager system.
The applicant must also have experience in working with the relevant different permit schemes within the country and an in-depth knowledge of the national permit conditions.
Experience of dealing with contractors utility companies and members of the public are also essential as well as possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills.
DBS Check:Not Required for this post
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employeeassistanceprogramme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment & Internal Only):30th July 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External):9th August 2026
Interview Date:To Be Confirmed
Additional Information
For any queries relating to this position or the interview process please contact Mark Mixture Network Manager at .
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below
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About Company
Why Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve. Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves lin ... View more
