Principal Officer Asset Management

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1 Job Title: Principal Officer Asset Management Job Grade: Band 6 Directorate: Job Reference Number: Environment, Sustainability & Highways P00744 The Role The Corporate Plan identifies transport as a top priority for the County Council, the post holder will have a key role in the successful delivery of the Getting Essex Moving Programme. The post holder is responsible for the development, management and delivery of key strategies such as the Transport Asset Management Plan as well as management and development of the maintenance policy and roads maintenance programmes and future strategies to achieve the aims of the County Council whilst ensuring value for money. The post holder will lead a range of complex multi disciplinary projects in partnership with a range of internal and external agencies and should demonstrate excellent organisational skills and an innovative and challenging approach to problem solving. Job Purpose The development, management and monitoring of maintenance policies, current and future strategies to ensure that a safe reliable and well managed highway network can be delivered. Key Accountabilities To manage the implementation and development of the County Council s Transport Asset Management Plan, to meet Government standards, provide a pragmatic strategic direction to front line service providers, and maximise value for money and evidence this key service driver as a regional exemplar. The Transportation Asset is valued at 4.6 billion. To manage the development and refinement of roads maintenance programmes, policies, practice notes, standards and strategies, to ensure that these are fully appropriate to the declared priorities and performance targets for the service.

2 To develop, refine and commission the annual programme of Highways Assessments and Condition Surveys to ensure it continues to meet the requirements of the Department, reflect national best practice and is delivered on time and within budget. Responsibility for the management of County Councils Winter Service to ensure sustained service provision and appropriate response to achieve the County Councils responsibilities. To manage the production of the materials guidance for carriageway and footway works to contribute positively to best practice on a regional basis. To project manage policy development of operational assets to achieve service improvements and all efficiencies. To motivate, develop and effectively deploy team resources through both direct management and working with the Head of Service on wider cultural and service planning issues. To communicate effectively with a range of internal and external partners, in complex relationships and demonstrate strong leadership to introduce modern working practices. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Degree or equivalent high level qualification Aptitude and experience in management and delivery of projects Experience and knowledge of Asset Management principles and practice Able to demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of highways maintenance good practice and standards Able to demonstrate knowledge of survey techniques, measurements and performance indicators for highway condition Excellent written and verbal communication including writing professional reports and presenting to an audience Able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills and an innovative and challenging approach to problem solving

3 Values and Behaviours Passionate about achieving results Takes specific action to improve team or individual performance Agrees standards and intervenes promptly and constructively to tackle inappropriate behaviour or poor performance Is tenacious and focused on achieving results, overcoming obstacles Ensures team or colleagues understand what is expected of them to achieve targets Responsive to customer s needs Monitors customer satisfaction, actively seeking feedback Uses feedback and information to improve the way things are done Contributes above and beyond usual expectations to meet customer needs Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems and resolving mistakes positively Takes action to identify and connect with disengaged customer groups Inspirational and bold in thinking and solutions Anticipates and takes action in order to create and seize opportunities, or avoid crises in the medium term Identifies and implements quick wins Takes an overview of complex situations to generate new perspectives thinks outside the box Seeks out good practice within their field and uses it to challenge and improve what we do Reacts positively to problems / issues, developing solutions Supportive of others input and perspectives working as one Shares resources or provides support to further cross-team and/or cross-functional working Values and seeks out the input of others, to establish an inclusive environment and deliver services Brings people together to share insights and concerns on common goals and to make informed decisions Acts in an ethical way, even when this is difficult to do

4 Motivating others and trusting them to deliver Takes action to enable team to achieve maximum contribution, ensuring/providing appropriate structures, resources and staffing Communicates vision, direction, and outcomes clearly, motivating others to achieve Shows belief and confidence in staff, delegating appropriately and encouraging staff Provides regular, balanced feedback and ongoing coaching to the team and individuals Acknowledges and rewards good work, celebrating team and individual successes Safeguarding Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-Employment Checks appropriate to this Job Profile Essex County Council (ECC) is committed to ensuring all recruitment is undertaken fairly, effectively, safely and in accordance with legislation. The information below provides pre-employment screening guidance for candidates applying to this job at Essex County Council. Role Requirement: Not working with children or vulnerable adults and with no access to sensitive information relating to children or vulnerable adults Pre-Employment Check Self Declaration (Unspent convictions only) References Definition A declaration of unspent convictions must be completed by all employees who do not work directly with vulnerable adults or children A minimum of two employer references will be required -one of which must be the last employer. Any gaps of 4 weeks or more will be explored by the manager at interview stage. Where appropriate additional character references will be taken up

5 Medical Eligibility / Right to work in the UK Regulatory qualifications and professional registration (subject to role) All new recruits and employees whose role changes significantly are required to complete a medical health questionnaire Proof is required and original documentation will be sought i.e. passport or full birth certificate Original qualification certificates and proof of registration with a professional body is required (if applicable)