Technician Engineer

Technician Engineer

Fife Council is recruiting two Technician Engineers to join the Network Management Team within Roads & Transportation Services. Reporting to the Lead Consultant, Traffic Management (South Fife), you will play a key role in delivering traffic management and road safety interventions that support safe, accessible, and well-managed communities across the region.

In these roles, you will contribute to the effective delivery of high-quality public services by ensuring all work complies with national standards, legislation, and Fife Council policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Traffic Regulation Orders in accordance with the Road Traffic Regulation Act
• Investigate and analyse local traffic and road safety concerns, developing evidence-based solutions
• Prepare traffic engineering designs for a range of projects, including pedestrian crossings, road signs and markings, and minor civil engineering works
• Implement prioritised, low-cost traffic management and road safety improvements
• Provide a customer-focused service, engaging effectively with residents, elected members, and partner services

The Person

You will be educated to SCQF Level 7 (HNC, SVQ Level 4 or equivalent), ideally in Civil Engineering, and will bring extensive post-qualification experience.

The posts are based at Bankhead Central, Glenrothes, with the Council's blended workstyle in operation.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Can manage competing priorities and deliver multiple projects simultaneously
• Have strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills
• Can prepare cost estimates, manage small-scale project budgets, and present reports to Area Committees
• Are proficient in technical software, including AutoCAD
• Have a sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Road Traffic Regulation Act, Roads (Scotland) Act, and the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions
• Possess a solid grounding in civil engineering principles relating to road infrastructure
• Ability to travel throughout Fife at short notice

Why Join Us

With a blended workstyle and a supportive team environment, these roles offer an excellent opportunity to develop your career while contributing to meaningful improvements across Fife. You will work on projects that make a visible difference to local communities, gain experience across a wide range of traffic management and road safety activities, and be part of a service committed to delivering high-quality, customer-focused outcomes.

Further Information

• Role Profile - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile
• How We Work Matters - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information.
• Employee Benefits - Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services
• Directorate Information - Council Department information

For Further Information Please Contact: Keith.Johnston@fife.gov.uk