Our Values

In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do

About the team we are recruiting to

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create an inclusive workplace culture, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

Coventry is a city that is changing fast – and we’re looking for skilled people to join our team and help take us into a bright new future. We are a city that is going places, with an inspiring, world-famous history and exciting times ahead.

Home to award-winning universities, top-level sports and famous brands such as Jaguar and Severn Trent. We are a part of the ‘Midlands-Engine’, the home of the UK motor industry and a proud multicultural city.

Coventry is a great place to live and work, and with major developments continuing to take shape around the city, it’s getting even better - and having the right infrastructure is vital. That’s why we are looking for passionate people, dedicated people who, like us, are determined to make real, positive changes to Coventry.

We know how hard our people work in our Highways, Traffic and Transportation Teams, and what it means to have a great manager who makes the time to say, 'thank you'. So, with us, your work will always be appreciated and recognised.

What is the job role?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team of Highway Development Officers delivering high-quality development across Coventry. Our city is growing rapidly and is home to several exciting, innovative, and ground-breaking projects. You will play a key role in shaping the future development of highway and transport infrastructure supporting our ambition to be a top ten city.

Working closely with the Planning and Highway teams, you will assess and provide high-quality advice on the impact of proposed development. Aligned with our One Coventry vision to deliver safe, accessible and sustainable developments, we are looking for an experienced engineer with technical knowledge and excellent negotiation skills. The role will secure funding from developers, where appropriate, to support and deliver the Council’s policies and strategies as may be adopted or promoted by the Council or Government.

Who are we looking for?

Good communication skills are essential in this role as you will be asked to provide in-depth reviews and comments regarding planning applications that have an impact on the highway network. You will also represent the team at Planning Committees and other review panels where required. The role requires working closely with other departments, Councillors and interested parties so proven experience of confidently and professionally conveying information in a clear, concise and persuasive style will be required.

A working knowledge of relevant planning and technical guidance such as the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), LTN 1/20, Manual for Streets and other relevant guidance is essential.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant first degree e.g. Civil Engineering plus appropriate post-graduate training or experience equivalent to this standard.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
Are currently in care or have previously been in care
If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Closing date: 11 May 2025.