Permitting Officer

Posted 06 July 2026
Salary £22 - 24 per hour
LocationLondon
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration6 Months
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000067919

Job description

Permit Officer
 
London
 
6- month contract
 
£22 - £24 per hour  

Full time

Are you an experienced Permit Officer for your next challenge?
 
Our client is seeking an experienced Permit Officer to join them on an ongoing Contract.  
 
Key Responsibilities:

·Prepare, submit, and manage streetworks permit applications.

·Ensure permits are submitted within statutory time frames and include accurate details of works, duration, traffic management, and location.

·Monitor permit statuses including approvals, conditions, variations, and extensions & FPNs.

·Ensure all highway works are properly permitted, coordinated, and compliant with statutory regulations, minimising disruption to the travelling public while supporting the efficient delivery of the contract while minimising FPNs.

·Responsible for the planning, submission, and management of streetworks permits in accordance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991, the Traffic Management Act 2004, and the London Permitting Scheme.
 
 
This role will go quickly so please apply with an updated CV, email nick.ackerman@carringtonwest.com, alternatively call on 02393 876072 for more information.
 
FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years experience in this market. Please call Nick at Carrington West on 02393 876072 for more information
 
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