Full Time 37 hours per week

Join Our Team as a Highways Assistant Cost Recovery Officer

Are you looking for a role where your work makes a real difference to the safety and reliability of our roads? We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, permanent Highways Assistant Cost Recovery Officer to join our dynamic Highways Intelligence Group (HIG).

The HIG plays a vital role in keeping our highway network safe and accessible for everyone. In this position, you’ll be at the heart of ensuring the authority recovers costs effectively, monitoring income streams and managing cost recovery workflows that support our strategic priorities.

Why join us?

• Be part of a supportive, friendly, and collaborative team that values your contribution.
• Gain hands-on experience and develop a wide range of skills in the fascinating world of highway maintenance.
• Enjoy the stability of a permanent role with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Make a tangible impact on the community by helping maintain safe and efficient roads.

If you’re detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn, this is your chance to build a rewarding career in a team that truly makes a difference.

Interview Date: 18th February 2026.

For an informal discussion please contact [email protected] on 01392 383000.

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.

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• 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.
• 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.
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• 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 (www.gov.uk).