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486672 Strategic Traffic Officer

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 9th November 2026

📍 Location: Avonmouth, Bristol (This role is suitable for hybrid working)

💷 Salary: £32,027 – A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

🕘️ Contract Type: Permanent – Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

🏆️ Available Positions: 1

The team plays a key role in supporting DVSA’s roadside enforcement and compliance activities. Using a range of data sources, including ANPR systems and compliance information, the team identifies trends, assesses risk, and provides intelligence that helps target enforcement activity where it is needed most. Working closely with operational colleagues and stakeholders, the team delivers accurate analysis and reports to support informed decision-making, improve road safety, and promote compliance across the commercial vehicle industry. The department combines analytical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and innovative use of technology to help ensure fair, effective, and intelligence-led enforcement.

Top Responsibilities

Produce intelligence and evidential reports from ANPR data.
Monitor ANPR activity and identify high-risk locations.
Direct enforcement teams to target vehicles using digital radios.
Deliver accurate analysis, reporting, and business insights.
Provide support across Operations teams.
Escalate and help resolve technical issues.
Monitor ANPR usage and report concerns.
Coordinate activities and ensure objectives are delivered in line with DVSA procedures.

For more information on the role and responsibilities please see the full job advert on CS Jobs using the link provided.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
Access to the staff discount portal.
Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

About You

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:

Ability to analyse large datasets and produce clear, insightful reports.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
Ability to interpret legislation and apply knowledge of drivers’ hours regulations and operator licensing.
Knowledge and experience of ANPR systems, equipment, and their operational use.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and advanced Excel features, including formulas, pivot tables, conditional formatting, and heatmaps.

How to Apply

👉 Read the full description and apply here: https://bit.ly/4BZbCtx

This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Monday 9^th November 2026