We're looking for an experienced leader to shape the future of traffic signal and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) technology across one of the UK's fastest-growing regions.
This is a unique opportunity to lead the development of the regional traffic signal network that keeps the West Midlands moving. As Head of Traffic Signals Technology and Design, you'll drive the strategic direction of traffic signals, network management systems and ITS, ensuring they support safer, smarter and more reliable journeys for everyone who travels across the region.
This role offers two exciting opportunities. Firstly, you'll lead the development and modernisation of traffic signal and ITS technology, working closely with local authorities and regional partners to deliver innovative solutions that improve network performance and support major transport initiatives, including bus franchising. Secondly, you'll lead and develop an established team that is set to grow significantly over the coming years, creating the capability needed to deliver the region's ambitious transport plans.
You'll provide expert technical leadership, influence key stakeholders and oversee the delivery of traffic signal projects across a range of transport and infrastructure programmes. Your expertise will help shape policies, standards and investment decisions that improve network resilience, optimise traffic flow especially for public transport and enhance the experience of all road users.
This is an exciting time to join Transport for West Midlands. With major investment in the region's transport network and the introduction of bus franchising, traffic signal and ITS as a network management tool has never played a more important role in supporting reliable, efficient and sustainable travel.
Please note: This role is subject to a Basic DBS check/vetting. If you do not currently hold one, you must be willing to undergo the check as part of the pre-employment screening process.
What you will be doingThe location for this role is 16 Summer Lane with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.
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Salary and benefits.We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site.
Why join WMCA?WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home.
We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day.
Our Values and Behaviours.Fostering an environment where people feel valued, included, supported, and proud to contribute to our region is important to us at the WMCA. Our behaviours are more than statements; they guide how we work, make decisions, and treat one another - they set the standards we hold ourselves to and the experience we want others to have.
WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We're a Disability Confident Employer with 'Leader' status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria.
We are also proud to be a Ban the Box employer, which means we do not ask about criminal convictions at the initial application stage, and will only ask after an offer is made as part of our onboarding checks, which helps us remove barriers for people with past convictions and supporting fair opportunities for all.
We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould.
We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying
Right to Work in the UKProof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
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