Resilience Commissioning Lead

Derbyshire County Council

Closing date

01 November 2026

Keep Derbyshire Moving

Resilience Commissioning Lead

Are you ready to play a vital role in safeguarding Derbyshire’s highways during winter and emergency events? We’re looking for an experienced Resilience Commissioning Lead to support the strategic commissioning and management of the Council’s winter maintenance service and reactive maintenance activities.

This is a key role ensuring the county’s highway network remains safe, reliable, and prepared for severe weather and exceptional events. You’ll manage resilience-related assets, oversee critical staffing resources, and contribute to strategic planning that protects residents and supports economic activity.

About the Role

• Assist the Local Highway Commissioner in commissioning winter maintenance and reactive maintenance services.
• Apply asset management principles to maintain grit bins, and weather stations.
• Provide specialist advice and support during emergencies and severe weather events.
• Monitor service performance and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Deputise for the Local Highway Commissioner in strategic forums and partnership meetings.
• Take ownership of technical enquiries and develop solutions.

About You

• Significant experience in managing or commissioning highways winter maintenance services.
• Strong understanding of asset management principles and health and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, interpret financial data, and identify funding opportunities.
• Resilient and proactive, with the ability to work under pressure during adverse events.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g., HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline) or substantial relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in highways maintenance, specifically winter and resilience operations.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, suppliers, and volunteer groups.

Desirable

• Membership of a relevant professional institution (ICE, IHE, CIHT).
• Management or project management qualification.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH/NEBOSH).

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Support & Benefits

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Flexi Time Scheme

Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.

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Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Ensures a healthy work-life balance.

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Local Government Pension Scheme

Provides financial security.

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Wellbeing Support Framework

Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.

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Employee Wellbeing Support

Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.

• Electric/Plug-in

Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Encourages environmentally friendly commuting options.

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Our Derbyshire Rewards

a package of benefits and discounts.

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about resilience and have the expertise to keep Derbyshire moving during challenging conditions, we’d love to hear from you! Join us and help deliver a safe, reliable highway network for our communities.

Closing Date

Sunday 1st November 2026

Interview Date

Week commencing 9th November 2026

Candidates who have

previously applied and were unsuccessful need not reapply.