Salary guide
Traffic Officer
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £38,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
TransportPublic Safety
- Traffic officers help keep UK roads moving safely
Other names this job is known by
- Highways Officer
- Road Safety Officer
Key responsibilities
- Monitor and manage traffic flow on roads
- Respond to incidents and emergencies
- Assist motorists and enforce regulations
- Liaise with police and emergency services
- Prepare reports and documentation
- Operate traffic control equipment
- Educate the public on road safety
- Stay updated on traffic law
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in transport, public safety, or law (advantageous)
- Experience in traffic or enforcement roles
- Communication and customer service skills
- IT and safety awareness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Officer
- Team Leader
- Operations Manager
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Study transport, public safety, or law
- Gain experience in traffic or enforcement roles
- Progress to officer or management positions
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