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Job Description: Head of Highways & Parking Operations

Who You Are

You are a strategic leader with a strong track record in managing highways and parking operations. With a degree or equivalent experience and possibly a Chartered Engineer designation, you excel in developing and leading multi-disciplinary teams. You are experienced in delivering projects on-time and on-budget, with a passion for continuous improvement and business process optimization. Your effective communication skills enable you to build and maintain internal and external relationships, and your strategic mindset helps drive forward innovative solutions and service enhancements.

What the Job Involves

This role entails leading and delivering efficient highways and parking operations for Hillingdon Council, ensuring compliance with statutory and legal requirements. You will develop robust strategies, lead a commercially driven team, and manage significant projects and budgets. Responsibilities include overseeing the management of the Council's highway assets, traffic management, and contractor relationships. You'll maintain senior-level relations with partners, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, you will handle financial and resource management, service planning, and contribute to corporate activities.

Skills

• Leadership and management of multi-disciplinary teams
• Project and program management
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Budget and financial management
• Strategic planning and decision making
• Innovation and creative problem-solving
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient IT and data management skills
• Commitment to health and safety standards