Tom Blackburne-Maze

Tom Blackburne-Maze is an experienced professional in highways and transport management with a significant track record in public service. Currently serving as the Interim Director of Highways and Transport at Essex County Council since February 2024, Blackburne-Maze previously held the position of Highways Programme Director at Derbyshire County Council, where a transformation programme was implemented, enhancing a £120m capital programme. Other notable roles include Highways Consultant positions at Shropshire and Lincolnshire County Councils, Service Director Public Realm at Milton Keynes Council, and Head of Assets and Commissioning at Cambridgeshire County Council, overseeing major contracts and asset management. Prior experience includes a Technical Director role at WSP Group and various engineering positions at Hertfordshire County Council. Educational qualifications include a BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering from The University of Salford and a PG Cert in Public Service Commissioning from the University of Birmingham.