Career Grade Technician - Signs and Markings

Job Introduction

Career Grade Technician (Traffic Signs & Road Markings)

About the Team

Have you ever wondered who decides where traffic signs go, how road markings are designed, or how roads are made safer for everyone who uses them?

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Career Grade Technician to join our Traffic Signs and Road Markings Team.

Our team designs and manages the signs and road markings that help keep Lincolnshire moving safely and efficiently. Whether it's a new housing development, a school crossing, a cycle route, a speed limit change, or a major highway improvement scheme, we play an important role in shaping the county's road network.

You'll be joining a friendly and experienced team who will support your development and help you build a rewarding career in engineering and highway design.

About the Role

This is an ideal role for school leavers, college students, or anyone looking to start a career in engineering, design, or highways.

As a Career Grade Technician, you'll learn how traffic signs and road markings are designed, specified and delivered on the highway network. You don't need previous experience, just an interest in learning, problem-solving and making a difference.

You'll work alongside experienced engineers and technicians to:

• Assist with the design of traffic signs and road marking schemes.
• Use computer software to prepare drawings and layouts.
• Carry out surveys on the highway network.
• Help assess road safety and traffic management requirements.
• Support the delivery of schemes from initial design through to installation.
• Visit sites to inspect completed works and monitor progress.
• Work with contractors, developers and other organisations involved in highway projects.
• Help maintain records of highway assets and infrastructure.
• Learn about traffic regulations, road safety standards and engineering best practice.
• Develop technical and professional skills through training and workplace experience.

No two days are the same. One day you could be helping design signs for a new housing development, and the next you could be visiting site to see your designs being installed on the highway.

About You

We're looking for someone who is curious, enthusiastic and keen to learn.

You don't need previous experience in highways or engineering, but you should have:

• Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English.
• A Level 3 qualification (or be working towards one) in a relevant subject such as Engineering, Construction, Design, Geography, Mathematics, Science or Technology.
• Good communication skills.
• An eye for detail and accuracy.
• Good IT skills and confidence using computer software.
• An interest in design, infrastructure, engineering or the built environment.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.

What We Can Offer You

This is more than just a job. It's the start of a career.

We'll provide:

• On-the-job training from experienced professionals.
• Support to gain industry and professional qualifications.
• Opportunities to progress through the Career Grade structure.
• Experience of working on real projects that improve road safety and local communities.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Flexible working arrangements and excellent employee benefits.

If you're interested in technology, design, engineering and solving real-world problems, we'd love to hear from you.

You will need the ability to travel across the county in order to meet the needs of the service.

Join us and help shape the signs and road markings that keep Lincolnshire moving safely every day.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Joanne.johnson@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Closing date: 13/09/26.

Interviews: TBC.

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.