Public Liaison Officer

Website AdvanceTRS Advance Training and Recruitment Services
Technical recruiters for the built environment
Job Title: Public Liaison Officer
Type: Contract (12 months)
Location: Ipswich
Rate: Flexible depending on experience
Job Reference: BMPUBLIAIOFF
I am looking for a proactive Public Liaison Officer / Wayleave Warden to support a dynamic infrastructure project in Ipswich. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing team helping deliver essential civil engineering works safely and efficiently.
The Role:
You will be a key point of contact between project teams, local authorities, and third-party stakeholders. You’ll be responsible for arranging third-party consents and submitting formal applications in line with project timelines. This includes (but is not limited to):
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Coordinating road and footpath closures with local authorities
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Preparing and submitting planning applications for access routes
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Liaising directly with the project team, function leads, engineers, and foremen
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Attending every site alongside the Wayleave Officer to support ongoing works
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Engaging with local councils, landowners (Grantors), and stakeholders to gain access permissions
What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking someone who:
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Speaks positively and encourages collaboration on-site and across teams
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Builds strong relationships and is confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels
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Is safety-focused, with a clear understanding of best practices on live civil engineering projects
Essential Experience:
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Working knowledge of traffic management regulations
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Strong understanding of health and safety requirements
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Familiarity with civil engineering and excavation processes
To discuss in more detail please call Billy Mitchell at Advance TRS, or apply directly.
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