4-5 month contract role with a local authority
Summary
* As a Street Works Inspector, you will inspect live street works and completed reinstatements across Somerset to ensure compliance with NRSWA, permit conditions, the Specification for the Reinstatement of Openings in Highways (SROH), and the Safety at Street Works & Road Works Code of Practice. You will record inspection outcomes using electronic devices and be comfortable working largely unsupervised while travelling across the county, covering a large number of sites daily.
* You must ideally be Street Works Supervisor qualified and you must have good geographic knowledge of Somerset and have good navigation skills. You must confident dealing with live on‑site situations, and comfortable engaging directly with statutory undertakers and members of the public.
Responsibilities
* Assist in assessing Streetworks permit applications and support network coordination processes.
* Provide basic technical advice with guidance from senior colleagues.
* Use digital systems, mapping tools, and internal databases to manage information.
* Respond to emails and general inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
* Prepare maps, plans, reports, and data tables as required.
* Support the team with administrative tasks and data accuracy checks.
* Liaise with utility companies and contractors working on behalf of the Council.
* Communicate with members of the public and help resolve highways-related issues.
* Attend internal meetings and carry out occasional site visits when required.
Essential Experience Required
* Previous experience in Street Works, highways, or a similar field is essential.
Essential Qualifications Required
* Comfortable using ICT and willing to learn new systems.
* Able to hold a valid driving licence.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 37 hours per week
* Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY, United Kingdom
* Interview location: County Hall, Taunton
* Work pattern: 5 days remotely, but will be required in the office for periodic training, meetings and updates
* Schedule: Bi-weekly
* Application deadline: 21st June 2026, apply ASAP.