Highway Inspector

Our client, is currently seeking a dedicated Highway Inspector to join their team on a contract basis. This role requires a full-time presence in the designated area during weekdays, ensuring the Local Authority meets its statutory obligations in highway inspection, assessment, and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspect, assess, and prioritise reactive maintenance works on the highway to ensure user safety.
Conduct systematic regimes of inspection, assessment, and maintenance in accordance with the Highways Act 1980.
Order necessary works to maintain the highway network in a safe condition.
Ensure compliance with legislation, policy, codes of practice, procedures, and standards.
Maintain accurate records and documentation for liability management and future reference.
Assist with processing third-party insurance claims and provide necessary records and evidence.
Establish effective working relationships with client officers, elected members, the general public, and other stakeholders.
Investigate stakeholder enquiries within prescribed timescales and provide potential solutions to problems.

Job Requirements:

Experience in highway inspection and maintenance.
Strong understanding of the Highways Act 1980 and related statutory duties.
Ability to conduct thorough inspections and assess maintenance priorities.
Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Knowledge of legal protocols and procedures related to highway maintenance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to safety, serviceability, and sustainability of the highway network.

Contract Details:

Start Time: 09:00
End Time: 17:00
If you are passionate about ensuring the safety and serviceability of highway networks and have the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's team