Street Works Inspector / Highways Technician
Local Authority | East London
A large public-sector organisation in East London is seeking an experienced Street Works Inspector / Highways Technician to support the management and enforcement of street works across the local highway network.
This is a hands-on role working closely with utility companies to ensure works, reinstatements and traffic management are delivered in line with statutory requirements, minimising disruption and maintaining public safety.
Assignment Details
Contract length: 10 months (ongoing)
Pay rate: £30.27 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Location: Leyton, East London (site-based)
Closing date: 20 February 2026
The Role
Reporting into the Highways team, the post holder will be responsible for inspecting and monitoring street works and highway activities carried out by utility companies and contractors under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA).
You will manage your own programme of inspections and enforcement actions, ensuring compliance with legislation, codes of practice and safety standards while supporting the effective operation of the road network.
Key Responsibilities
Inspect utility street works and reinstatements to ensure compliance with NRSWA and relevant Codes of Practice
Monitor safety, performance and quality of works on the highway network
Take enforcement action where required to address non-compliance
Attend site meetings to agree traffic management and reinstatement proposals for major works
Assess and monitor Red Book traffic management arrangements
Support the issuing and monitoring of highway licences (e.g. scaffolding, hoardings)
Accurately record inspections and actions using handheld devices and street works systems
Work independently to manage workloads and meet statutory deadlines
Skills & Experience
Essential:
Proven experience within a local authority, council or housing association environment
Strong knowledge of street works practices, procedures and legislation
NRSWA Supervisor accreditation
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Experience working directly with utility companies and contractors
Desirable:
Experience using Symology or other Street Manager-compatible systems
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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