NRSWA Accredited Inspector - Highways and Streetways Hertfordshire

Overview

Jacobs, in collaboration with Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) and its supply chain, plays a vital role in protecting and maximising the value of HCC’s £8 billion portfolio of highways, structures, and environmental assets. In this role you will help shape the future of Hertfordshire’s infrastructure, ensuring it serves communities safely and sustainably.

• Ensure compliance with the New Roads and Street Works Act (1991) and other key regulations.
• Conduct inspections to maintain high standards across street works and highway activities.
• Capture real‑time data, issue defect notices, and work closely with stakeholders including Police, client teams and statutory undertakers to resolve traffic management issues.
• Support the development of improved procedures and policies, contribute to resolving third‑party complaints and help shape best practices in network management.

• Hold a NRSWA Supervisors accreditation and have experience in a street works environment with a Highways Authority and/or Utility Company.
• Have experience using the DFT Street Manager street works system and a working knowledge of the noticing/ permitting types and protocols associated with street works.
• Have experience working within a street works permitting environment such as the East of England Permit Scheme.
• Hold a full clean driving licence; the role is fully mobile. A Jacobs vehicle (van) and mobile phone are provided.

• Up to 10 % pension contribution
• 24 days annual holiday (+10 days bought)
• Free medical and income protection insurance and other benefits

As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.