Job Type: Full Time
Location
Ryefields, Kingsteignton
Are you an enthusiastic, self‑motivated, and empathetic leader with a passion for delivering high‑quality public services? We are looking for a Team Manager to join our Civil Parking Enforcement Service within the Traffic Management Group. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong people‑management skills, whether gained in retail, manufacturing, local government, or any other team‑focused environment. If you can lead, support and motivate a frontline team, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Support and coach staff using established training and development tools
- Use feedback from customers and colleagues to identify and drive service improvements
- Communicate confidently with the public and stakeholders
- Manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced operational environment
- Allocate resources where they are most needed to ensure safe and efficient movement of traffic
- Your team will deliver high‑quality parking enforcement in line with County Policy and the Traffic Management Act 2004, supporting road safety, compliance, and traffic flow. The service also provides off‑street enforcement for both internal and third‑party clients.
We are continually exploring new ways to improve efficiency and meet the needs of our communities, and you will play a key role in helping shape these developments.
Qualifications
- A confident and supportive people manager
- Skilled in motivating and developing staff
- Able to communicate clearly and professionally
- Comfortable making decisions and managing operational challenges
- Positive, proactive, and committed to delivering excellent public service
- Able to drive with a full UK driving licence
- A working knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and emerging technology is desirable, but strong leadership and people‑management skills are essential.
Benefits
- 26 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years’ service
- Membership of the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Access to the Vivup Employee Benefits platform – discounts, wellbeing support, additional annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work Scheme, and more
- A supportive and flexible working environment
- Sick pay and other occupational benefits
How to apply
For an informal discussion please contact Emma McCordemma (mccord@devon.gov.uk) or Chris Rook (christopher.rook@devon.gov.uk).
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 forward if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.
Internal applicants: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
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. Further information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages. We are 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. Occupational Group: Highways, Transport & Traffic.
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