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streetworks administrator
Location: Harold Wood, Essex
Company: W M Walsh Surfacing Ltd
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Role Overview
We are seeking an organised and detail-focused Street Works Administrator to join our team at our Harold Wood, Essex office. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting street works and reinstatement operations by managing permits, compliance, and administrative coordination in line with NRSWA and local authority requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Apply for, manage, and close Street Works permits using relevant permit schemes (e.g. Street Manager / local authority systems).
Ensure all works comply with NRSWA, permit conditions, and local authority requirements.
Liaise with local councils, utility companies, site teams, and supervisors regarding permits, inspections, and notices.
Monitor permit durations, overruns, and extensions, ensuring timely action to avoid penalties.
Maintain accurate records of permits, notices, inspections, and reinstatement documentation.
Support the scheduling and coordination of works with operational teams.
Respond to defects, inspections, and non-compliance notices, escalating where required.
Produce reports on permit performance, KPIs, and compliance.
Provide general administrative support to the Street Works and Operations teams.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
Previous experience in a Street Works / Highways / Utilities administration role.
Strong working knowledge of NRSWA legislation and permit schemes.
High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Confident communicator, able to liaise with councils and internal teams.
Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Desirable:
Experience using Street Manager or equivalent permit systems.
Knowledge of reinstatement processes and inspections.
Previous experience within civil engineering, utilities, or surfacing environments.
Personal Attributes
Proactive and reliable with a strong sense of responsibility.
Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Team-oriented with a professional and positive attitude.
Calm under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines.
What We Offer
Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
Stable, long-term role within a growing civil engineering company.
Supportive team environment based in Harold Wood, Essex.
Opportunities for development and progression within the business.