We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, 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.
The Council is committed to improving the quality of life for residents and making Coventry a top 10 city. We’re bringing in new, streamlined ways of working and making more use of technology to deliver services to the people who live and work in our city.
Building on the work already completed, we will retain the best of the old alongside the best of the new.
We also know that to recruit passionate, dedicated staff in this field there’s simply more demand than available resources, we show our appreciation in other, more tangible ways, too - to make Coventry City Council an attractive place to work in terms of the benefits.
Our ValuesIn 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.
What is the job role?Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of city transport? Our Urban Traffic Management and Control (UTMC) team is looking for a passionate, technologically proficient technician to join our team and help us keep the city's traffic running smoothly.
You'll be at the heart of the action, supporting the operation and management of critical traffic systems across the city. You’ll work with emerging technologies, including AI, drones, and connected smart systems, to monitor and control 240 traffic signals, cameras, and message signs. Every day, you’ll contribute to transforming how our city’s highway network operates!
As part of our innovative and forward-thinking team, you’ll be involved in exciting projects that shape the future of transport—rolling out smart, automated solutions that make the city safer and more efficient for everyone. You'll respond to live traffic control situations, manage demand, reduce disruptions, and ensure smooth travel across the city.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and monitor our advanced traffic control desk during your shift, ensuring the seamless flow of traffic.
Be part of the action, responding to real-time challenges, collaborating with partners, and driving forward innovative traffic solutions.
Support exciting events and activities across the network, working with a variety of stakeholders to improve citywide transport efficiency.
Help develop and implement strategies that enhance the operation of existing traffic systems and create new approaches.
This is your chance to work with some of the brightest minds in traffic management while being part of a collaborative, solution-focused team that’s making a real difference to how our city moves.
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, alternating weekly - 7 am - 3 pm or 11 am - 7 pm
Ready to make an impact and accelerate your career? Apply now and be part of the team that’s driving the future of urban traffic management!
Who are we looking for?To excel in this role, you will bring:
An awareness of the principle of Urban Traffic Management and Control
Experience in engaging with a wide variety of stakeholders
Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
An ability to analyse complex situations and make informed decisions that drive positive outcomes
Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.
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
For full details on the application process please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.
Interview date(s): Week commencing 3rd March.
About CoventryCoventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.
We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.
To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.
If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies
