Our client is seeking a Highway Inspector to join their team on a contract basis. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the safety and integrity of highway infrastructure, engaging with the community, and responding swiftly to urgent issues on the network. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative environment, assessing defects, prioritising safety, and providing practical solutions to minimise impact on all highway users, especially the most vulnerable.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess and respond to public enquiries classified as emergency or urgent, coordinating with the Network Intelligence Centre
Evaluate highway defects, considering risks to all users and the potential consequences of issues identified
Collaborate with operational teams to ensure emergency defects are made safe and minor repairs are carried out during inspections where feasible
Conduct thorough inspections in line with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards
Represent the organisation and engage professionally with members of the public, community stakeholders, and internal teams
Maintain detailed records of inspections, defects, and actions taken
Identify opportunities for proactive maintenance and contribute to continuous improvement processes
Job Requirements:
Experience in highway inspection or related roles, with understanding of highway safety standards
Significant experience in assessing infrastructure defects and contributing to safety measures
Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations within the highways environment
Understanding of the needs of vulnerable highway users and risk management
Full awareness of community engagement practices and stakeholder communication
Hold valid Lantra Highway Safety Inspectors Modular Training and Assessment or equivalent qualification
Benefits:
Opportunity to work on impactful highway safety projects within a supportive team
Development into a community-focused, safety-critical role
Collaboration with dedicated professionals in the highways sector
Engagement with local communities and stakeholders to enhance safety standards
If you have significant experience in highway inspection, a strong commitment to safety, and a desire to make a real difference in your community, we encourage you to apply now. Join a team where your skills help shape safer roads for everyone