Role: TMA Permitting Officer REF 130011
Contract Length: Until 26/10/26
Location: Hackney
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: £29.44 per hour
Spinwell is recruiting for a TMA Permitting Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TMA PERMITTING OFFICER
Permit Compliance & Monitoring
- Validate and process permit applications in line with LoPS and the Code of Practice for Permits.
- Identify irregularities and communicate with Works Promoters through EToN.
- Apply and verify permit model conditions to ensure effective control of streetworks.
- Record non‑compliance under relevant legislation (e.g., Traffic Management Act 2004, NRSWA 1991).
- Assist in issuing Fixed Penalty Notices where required.
Service Delivery & Performance
- Support the delivery of high‑quality, customer‑focused services.
- Contribute to divisional and corporate projects aimed at improving performance and service outcomes.
- Provide statistical returns, monitoring data and reports to support service planning.
- Assist with service review mechanisms and implementation of improvement plans.
Communication & Partnership Working
- Liaise effectively with internal teams, statutory undertakers, contractors and other stakeholders.
- Integrate site feedback from Streetworks Inspectors into permitting processes.
- Prepare reports for working groups and forums as required.
Data, Systems & Administration
- Maintain accurate data, records and systems (e.g. Mayrise, LondonWorks, GIS platforms).
- Support quality assurance processes and help develop service manuals and procedure notes.
- Assist with income monitoring and liaison with legal/external agencies on outstanding debts.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE TMA PERMITTING OFFICER
- Experience working within a streetworks, permitting or highways environment.
- Strong knowledge of the London Permit Scheme and its technical/legal requirements.
- Ability to plan, manage and prioritise multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to produce clear reports.
- Ability to use relevant IT systems including MS Office, Mayrise, LondonWorks, GIS software (MapInfo, GGP, PlanWeb).
- Experience delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused services.
- Ability to work methodically, accurately and remain calm under pressure.
- Understanding of Best Value principles and public‑sector service delivery.
If you are a TMA Permitting Officer, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!
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