Neighbourhood Highways Officer

Neighbourhood Highway Officer North Devon, Devon, Hybrid

Part Time

£36,581 - £40,444 per annum, pro rata

Join Our Team as a Neighbourhood Highways Officer (NHO) Based in Barnstaple

Location: Barnstaple (with flexible home working options)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in your local community? Do you thrive on variety, enjoy working outdoors, and want to be part of a forward-thinking team? If so, we've got the perfect role for you!

We're on the lookout for a Neighbourhood Highways Officer (NHO) to join our dedicated team in Barnstaple. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Devon's highways and transport infrastructure - all while embracing sustainable travel, including the use of electric vehicles as part of your day-to-day duties.

What Will You Be Doing?

As an NHO, you'll be the vital link between the County Council and the communities we serve. Your work will be varied, meaningful, and community-focused. You'll:

• Support local County Councillors and engage with Town & Parish Councils and community groups.
• Communicate planned works and gather local priorities.
• Help design and develop local highway schemes based on community feedback and road condition data.
• Assess speed limit requests and investigate public reports on highway issues.
• Help manage applications for street cafés, banners, road closures, tourism signs, and more.
• Identify funding opportunities for local transport improvements.

Who Will You Be Working With?

You'll be based at our Barnstaple office, working closely with a small, friendly team covering the North and Mid Devon area. You'll also collaborate with colleagues across the County Council, gaining support and sharing expertise.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working: Enjoy a mix of office, home, and community-based work.
• Sustainability focused: Use of electric vehicles is part of our commitment to a greener future.
• Community impact: See the real-world results of your work every day.
• Supportive team: Work with experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

Please note: While this is currently a part-time role (18.5 hours per week), there is potential for it to develop into a full-time position in the future.

Want to Know More?

For an informal chat about the role, feel free to contact Steve Short or Tom - they'll be happy to answer your questions.

How to apply

Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.

Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.

Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description.

DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.

For details on the use of AI in applications and Devon County Council's use of AI in Recruitment please see Use of AI in Our Recruitment Processes - Working for Devon | Devon County Council

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.

For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.

We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (

Reference: REQ010712

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Job Details

Organisation: Devon County Council

Work Location: North Devon, Devon, Hybrid

Work Postcode: EX31 1EE

Reference: REQ010712

Occupational Group: Highways, Transport & Traffic

Salary Details: £36,581 - £40,444 per annum, pro rata

Job Term: Permanent

Appointment Type: Part Time

Hours: 18.5 hours per week

Closing Date: 02/11/2026

DBS Check Required: No