Traffic Data Technician

Job Introduction

Starting salary for this role is £34,434  (pro rata for part-time colleagues) 

This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP. 

Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.

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Your new organisation

BCP Council have strong ambitions to grow. Born out of Local Government Reorganisation in 2019, Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole have come together to form the 10th largest urban local authority in England. 

With over 15 miles of beautiful, world-renowned coastline, the area has excellent transport links, with rail and road connections nationally and to London as well as international flights from Bournemouth Airport.

An ambitious capital programme and impressive track record of delivery sees BCP Council continuing to invest in the conurbation’s transport network. 

BCP Council has a culture of openness to ideas and experimentation in how they do things, and welcome imaginative, creative and ambitious thinking. There is a corporate transformation programme underway that seeks to make best use of technology to deliver the best possible services to the area’s communities.

Your new role

An opportunity has arisen for a Traffic Data Technician to join the Transport Policy Team. The Transport Policy Team is specifically responsible for preparing the Local Transport Plan (LTP) and supporting policies and strategies. 

The successful applicant will work within the Transport Policy Team to collect and manage data for a range of transport modes including walking, cycling, scooting and public transport. You will analyse data, maintain and administer a transport database, undertake research, and assist with the production of reports to senior officers, council members and external partners. You will help monitor the delivery of our LTP objectives and our strategic transport schemes. 

We are looking for someone who has a good knowledge of transport data sources and methodologies, as well as the work practices, processes and procedures relevant to data collection. 

The successful applicant will have a strong track record of analysing and interpreting complex transport data and information and will be able to confidently present often complex technical information in an accessible way to a range of audiences 

In order to be successful in the role, you will need:

• A relevant degree (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge or experience of data collection, database management, data analysis and interpretation
• Experience of procuring third party services for data collection purposes
• Strong ICT skills, including GIS mapping applications and other programmes relevant to the role (such as PowerBI). 
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and an ability to present complex, technical information to a wide range of audiences 
• Ability to develop relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers, and partners to influence and achieve organisational outcomes.
• Ability to analyse the way things are done and recommend, create and implement improved and more effective ways of working
• Ability to plan and organise your own workload in an environment or regularly changing demands and challenging deadlines
• Ability to make evidence-based and outcome focused decisions using proactive risk management and general guidance provided in set procedures.

What you will get in return:

• Flexible, tailored and accommodating hybrid working arrangements to suit a wide variety of applicants
• Access to newly refurbished office hub location in the heart of Bournemouth town centre
• Excellent pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing, Employee support and Counselling services
• Supportive and collaborative working environment in which to develop your career, grow your knowledge and validate your competence

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Amy Beasley, Transport Policy Team Leader (amy.beasley@bcpcouncil.gov.uk).  

Please note as part of your application you will be asked to submit a supporting personal statement outlining how you feel you meet the key responsibilities for the role.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. 

At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work. 
 

We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive. 

From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need. 

It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible. 

If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help.  For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here:  Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP 

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

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