Principal Network Compliance Officer

About the role

The Principal Network Compliance Officer will lead compliance activities for the local authority’s highway network in North West London. Reporting to the Network Team Leader, this senior position ensures statutory works are inspected, enforced and documented to maintain safety and legal standards.

Key responsibilities

• Deputise for the Network Team Leader to guarantee uninterrupted service delivery.
• Provide expert guidance on the New Roads and Streetworks Act, Highways Act and related legislation.
• Oversee day‑to‑day inspection and enforcement of statutory street works and highway safety.
• Issue notices to statutory undertakers and internal departments regarding highway activity timing.
• Prepare reports and statements of evidence for legal proceedings and advise solicitors on cases.
• Attend court to give evidence on behalf of the council when required.

Required profile

• Expert knowledge of the Traffic Management Act 2004, New Roads & Street Works Act 1991 and LoPS.
• City & Guilds supervisor qualification (Units 1‑16) for the New Roads and Street Works Act.
• Proven experience in highway inspection and/or maintenance.
• Willingness to complete onboarding checks, including DBS and online training modules.

Required skills

• Traffic Management Act 2004 knowledge
• New Roads & Street Works Act 1991 knowledge
• LoPS (Legislative Orders for Public Safety) knowledge
• City & Guilds supervisor qualification (Units 1‑16)
• Highway inspection expertise
• Legal reporting and evidence preparation