Engineer Data Collection

Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations

Section: Transport Policy and Delivery

Location: Civic Centre

Grade: Level 10 (Subject to Review)

Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

Further information on the Council and our directorates.

You will be part of the Transport Policy and Delivery team within the Council's Housing, Regeneration and Operations Directorate. The team plays a key role in shaping transport strategy, supporting sustainable growth and delivering evidence-based solutions that improve how people travel across the area. Working collaboratively with colleagues, partners and stakeholders, the directorate is focused on delivering high-quality, customer-focused services that support thriving, well-connected communities.

For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager Sarah Grattage,

• Lead the delivery of traffic surveys and transport data collection programmes
• Manage and support technicians and casual survey staff
• Collect, analyse and present transport data to inform policy and decision making
• Maintain accurate datasets in line with national standards and guidance
• Oversee traffic survey equipment, including procurement and maintenance
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements and relevant legislation

• Relevant qualification (or equivalent experience) in transport planning, engineering, geography, data science or a related field, with the ability to apply this knowledge immediately
• Proven experience in transport data collection, monitoring and analysis, with minimal need for supervision
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with confidence in quickly interpreting and presenting data to a range of audiences
• Demonstrable experience of managing or supervising staff and coordinating workloads effectively from the outset
• Practical knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and safe working practices, with the ability to apply these in day to day delivery
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools (e.g. Excel, databases, GIS), with the ability to quickly utilise systems and adapt to new technologies

• A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
• Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes

Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here.

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:

• Right to Work in the UK
• Proof of address
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health Clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)

The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.

No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.

Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.