Senior Technician – Construction

Heathfield, Sussex
Adecco

Senior Technician – Construction
Department: Communities, Economy and Transport
Location: East Sussex
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Contract: 6-month fixed term with potential extension and direct permanent opportunities

About the Role

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality transport infrastructure? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

We’re looking for a Senior Construction Technician to join our Transport Development Planning Team in East Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping safe, sustainable highways and estate roads across the county.

You’ll ensure that highway works carried out by developers comply with relevant specifications and legal agreements (Section 38 and Section 278), and you’ll also oversee licensing for minor works under Section 171 of the Highways Act.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect and monitor highway works to ensure compliance and minimise disruption.
• Provide expert advice on legislation, policy, and technical matters to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage your own workload, including complex cases with competing deadlines.
• Support customers and resolve escalated queries and complaints.
• Contribute to policy development and service improvements.
• Deputise for the Assistant Manager when required.

Progression to SS10 offers exciting opportunities to:

• Lead projects from start to finish.
• Become a subject matter expert in a specialist technical area.
• Manage contracts and ensure value for money.

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in Planning, Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or GIS.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage varied workloads.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and data analysis.

Knowledge of project management principles is desirable for SS10 progression.

Why Join Us?

We’re committed to:

• Net Zero Targets – reducing environmental impact.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion – creating a supportive workplace for all.
• Making the Best of Our Resources – delivering value for public money.

You’ll enjoy a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real difference in your community.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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