Technician (Accident and Data)

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Road Safety and Data Team for a dynamic and committed individual to support the council’s collision analysis function as Collision Data Technician.

This dedicated team monitors, investigates, and analyses road traffic collisions and collision data. You will be an effective communicator with excellent organisational skills and capable of working on your own and as part of a team. You will work closely with other colleagues in the team who deliver road safety education, training, and publicity across Derbyshire. You will be encouraged and supported to develop and become an important member of this friendly team.

What will I be doing:

• Assist with the monitoring, investigation and analysis of road traffic collisions in the County
• Carry out statistical and numerical analysis of data to ascertain casualty patterns in order to ensure resources are directed to the correct road user groups
• Provide accurate collision data and technical information and present data in a range of formats for use in a variety of documents, including the annual Casualty Report and road user studies
• Maintain the casualty database by uploading collisions onto the system and validating collision data received from Derbyshire Police

This list is not exhaustive, take a look at our comprehensive job profile for more detail.

What skills and experience do you need to have:

• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with attention to detail
• Aptitude for working with data and IT systems and demonstration of good Database / GIS skills
• An analytical and innovative approach to problems with good communication skills, both written and oral
• Awareness of road safety issues, particularly in relation to current issues and developments and working with external partners would be advantageous.

 What we offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave (pro rata for part time positions) plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service
• Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts at selected county leisure centres
• and much more……

We offer a friendly and supportive working environment, a variety of Derbyshire based work, flexible working hours and the opportunity to develop yourself and your career. 

We're always pleased to hear from talented people so if you're looking to join a dynamic team and have the skills and experience we're looking for, then we'd like to hear from you.

If you would like to have an informal chat about this role, get in touch with Claire Gibson, claire.gibson@derbyshire.gov.uk, 01629 538119

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 15^th June 2026 

Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.