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Bristol confirms September launch of charging CAZ

16/02/2022

Bristol's City Council has confirmed plans to launch its Clean Air Zone in September this year when motorists could be charged for entering the city centre.

Analysis: Smooth sailing for Bristol traffic control

18/11/2020

Wilke Reints of Siemens Mobility Limited discusses how his team worked with Bristol City Council to give the city a modern, resilient and integrated traffic control service that passed the COVID test.

Highways England grants £3m towards Bristol EVs

03/09/2020

Businesses in Bristol are set to enjoy free electric vehicle (EVs) loans thanks to a £3m grant from Highways England secured by Bristol City Council.

Bristol closes bridge as part of 'green recovery'

05/08/2020

Bristol City Council has closed Bristol Bridge to general motor traffic under plans to improve air quality and make it easier for people to catch the bus, walk and cycle in the city.

Life after SCANNER in Bristol

03/03/2020

Shaun Taylor, highway maintenance manager at Bristol City Council, tells Highways about some of the difficulties his authority had using the SCANNER road condition monitoring technology and how moving to new systems can bring benefits.

Life after scanner

21/02/2020

Shaun Taylor, highway maintenance manager at Bristol City Council has told Highways about some of the issues his authority had using the SCANNER road condition monitoring technology and how a move to new systems can bring benefits.

Bristol mulls charging CAZ as its pollution options fall flat

29/08/2019

Bristol City Council has been forced into developing stronger measures to tackle air pollution, including charging private cars, after it became clear its preferred options ran a serious risk of being unlawful.

Bristol unveils Cumberland Basin options

19/08/2019

Bristol City Council has unveiled three different design concepts for the transformation of the road network at what it calls ‘an iconic waterside gateway’ to the city.

Bristol acts sweet with £8m structural repairs

07/09/2018

Bristol's cabinet has approved £8m to begin essential refurbishment repairs to Redcliffe Bridge and the structural stabilisation of the river wall that supports the Chocolate Path and historic railway.

Lighting upgrade delivers £1m annual savings for Bristol CC

09/09/2015

Bristol City Council has saved over £1 million in a year after upgrading its street lights.

Road repair team in bus stop blunder

26/08/2014

A road repair team in Bristol have been left red-faced after misspelling ‘Bus Stop’ during work in the city centre.

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Heavy Vehicle/Plant Apprenticeship

Age dependent (Under 18 yrs - £12,347, 18-20 yrs - £16,591, 21+yrs - £22,071)
The programme can start to build your career, or help you to re-train, becoming a valued, recognised and rewarded team member. Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Recruiter: Wakefield Council

Senior Engineer - Highways and Drainage

£40,221 - £44,428 + 12% Attraction + Retention Payment equating to actual pay £45,047 - 49,759
This is an exciting opportunity to join us as a Senior Engineer. Lincolnshire
Recruiter: Lincolnshire County Council

Service Manager - Highways (Asset and Traffic)

£48,474 to £51,515
A vacancy has become available for a Service Manager to join and manage our successful Highways Assets and Traffic team. Torbay, Devon
Recruiter: SWISCo

Traffic Management Technician - WMF1090e

Salary £26,421 - £27.334
This is a role for Traffic Management Technician to be based in the Eden area. Penrith, Cumbria
Recruiter: Westmorland and Furness Council

Assistant Arboricultural Consultant

£26100 - £30706 per annum + + 26 Days Leave & Defined Benefit Pension
Assistant Arboricultural ConsultantPermanent, Full TimeUp to £30,706 per annumLocation
Recruiter: Essex County Council

Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic

£27,507 - £29,418
You will need to be suitably experienced, hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent). Derby
Recruiter: Derbyshire County Council

Principal Engineer - Highways Development Management

£48,378 - £51,571
You will play a lead role on all major highway development proposals across West Northampton. One Angel Square, Northampton
Recruiter: West Northamptonshire Council

Transport Planning & Data Manager - CMB1061e

£62,273 - £65,017
Cumberland Council is a dynamic and forward-thinking authority dedicated to enhancing public services Cumbria
Recruiter: Cumberland Council

Transport Planner (Area Travel Plans) OCC616326

£39,186 - £42,403 per annum
It doesn’t matter where you’ve been, or where you’re going, it’s about the journey. Oxfordshire
Recruiter: Oxfordshire County Council

2x Technical Lead (Area Travel Plans) OCC616320

£43,421 - £46,464 per annum
It doesn’t matter where you’ve been, or where you’re going, it’s about the journey. Oxfordshire
Recruiter: Oxfordshire County Council

Assistant Transport Planner OCC616317

£29,269 - £32,076 per annum
It doesn’t matter where you’ve been, or where you’re going, it’s about the journey. Oxfordshire
Recruiter: Oxfordshire County Council

Principal Engineer - Highways Development Management

£48,378 - £51,571
We are looking for an experienced and talented professional to join West Northampton Council as our Highways Development Principal Engineer. One Angel Square, Northampton
Recruiter: West Northamptonshire Council

Structural Highway Maintenance – Highway Engineer

£36,648 - £39,186 per annum
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and self-motivated engineer to join our Structural Highway Maintenance Team. Warwickshire / Countywide
Recruiter: Warwickshire County Council

Highway Asset and Development Manager

Grade N Scp 50 £59,031 to Scp 53 £62,076, plus car allowance
To be responsible for leading, developing and delivering an effective, efficient and safe Highway Asset Management Service Bolton, Greater Manchester
Recruiter: Bolton Council

Highways Engineer

£37,336 - £39,186
Wiltshire Highways – Enhancing Lives, Building Communities Wiltshire
Recruiter: Wiltshire Council

Engineer

£40,221 - £51,515
As part of a friendly and enthusiastic team, you will play an important role in designing innovative urban transport and public realm projects 100 Temple Street Redcliff Bristol BS1 6AN
Recruiter: Bristol City Council

UGO Bus Driver

Up to £23344 per annum
UGO Bus DriverPermanent, Full Time and Part TimeUp to £23,344 per annum (FTE)Location
Recruiter: Essex County Council

Parking Finance and Debt Officer RBKC616576

£37,575 - £41,286 per annum
In Kensington and Chelsea, we put local people and local businesses at the heart of decision-making Kensington and Chelsea, London (Greater)
Recruiter: The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

Street Services Officer RBKC616598

£31,716 - £35,862 per annum
Keeping our streets safe and our road-users well-informed Kensington and Chelsea, London (Greater)
Recruiter: The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Council

Highways Network Engineer WMF1059e

£42,403 - £43,421
We are looking for strong communicators, as you will provide technical advice and guidance to colleagues Kendal, Cumbria
Recruiter: Westmorland and Furness Council

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