Technical Officer - Carriageway and Footway


Company:	Sheffield City Council
Salary:	£47,181 - £51,356
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sheffield, S1 2SH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	10 Sept 2026

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Summary

Technical Officer – Carriageways & Footways (Highways Maintenance)

Are you an experienced highways professional with a passion for highway asset management, maintenance delivery, and technical leadership? We are looking for a Technical Officer – Carriageways & Footways to play a key role in managing and maintaining Sheffield's highway network, ensuring the delivery of high-quality carriageway, footway and drainage services through our Highway Maintenance PFI Contract.

About the Role

Provide expert technical advice on carriageway, footway, paved area and drainage maintenance activities.

Lead and support a team of Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors.

Review maintenance programmes, condition surveys and lifecycle investment plans.

Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual requirements and legislation.

Oversee New Roads and Street Works Act compliance and inspections.

Review highway maintenance scheme designs and approve technical variations where appropriate.

Analyse asset condition information and pavement modelling data.

Support the development of maintenance policies, standards and asset management plans.

Work closely with contractors, utility companies, elected Members and local communities.

About You

A relevant professional qualification in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering or a related discipline.

Evidence of continuous professional development.

Extensive experience in highway maintenance, standards and legislation.

Experience supervising and developing technical teams.

Strong understanding of pavement management systems and asset performance monitoring.

Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.

The ability to make sound decisions and resolve complex technical issues.

Why Join Us?

Help shape the future of Sheffield's highway network.

Work on major infrastructure and asset management programmes.

Influence policy, strategy and long-term asset planning.

Access professional development and career progression opportunities.

Be part of a collaborative and supportive team.

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If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role leading the management and maintenance of Sheffield's carriageway and footway assets, we would love to hear from you.

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