Bridge Inspector

BEAR Scotland Limited; Inverness, Perth, Corpach, Killin; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance

Job summary

BEAR Scotland Limited is seeking a Bridge Inspector to join our team on a full-time basis across Inverness, Perth, Corpach and Killin. Reporting to the Bridge Inspection Manager, you will support General and Principal Inspections and work towards BICS qualification, with site visits and hybrid working patterns.

You will perform Reactive and safety inspections, work at height with access systems, and handle confined space entries on water.

Qualifications

• Modern Apprentice Scheme entry qualification and progression to HND.
• HND / BSC in Civil Engineering
• Working towards BICS assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with General and Principal Inspections
• Carrying out Reactive and safety inspections
• Working at height, utilising access systems and underbridge inspection equipment
• Confined space entry, working on water.
• Site supervision of maintenance schemes.

Education

HND / BSC in Civil Engineering

Modern Apprentice Scheme entry qualification and progression to HND

Job description

Location: Inverness / Perth /Corpach /Killin

Category: Bridges / Inspections / Engineering

Contract Type: Full Time / Permanent

Working Pattern: 40 hours per week / Possible weekend and nighttime inspections

Working Style: Hybrid / Site Visits required

BEAR Scotland is a leading provider of road maintenance and management services, proudly responsible for the upkeep and enhancement of the country’s vital trunk road network — including bridges and key infrastructure — across some of the most scenic and challenging terrain in the UK.

Our Northwest Trunk Road Unit contains 1,500 Structures, stretching from the rugged beauty of Thurso and Wick in the far north, down to the coastal charm of Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute. It connects communities from Uig on the Isle of Skye to the historic cities of Perth and Stirling, offering a unique opportunity to work across a landscape that’s as diverse as it is inspiring.

We have an exciting opportunity for Bridge Inspector to join our existing team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Bridge Inspection Manager, you will be responsible for assisting in General and Principal Inspection working towards Bridge Inspection Certificate Scheme (BICS) qualification.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assisting with General and Principal Inspections
• Carrying out Reactive and safety inspections
• Working at height, utilising access systems and underbridge inspection equipment
• Confined space entry, working on water.
• Site supervision of maintenance schemes.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Modern Apprentice Scheme entry qualification and progression to HND.
• HND / BSC in Civil Engineering
• Working towards BICS assessment.

Why BEAR?

At the heart of our organisation are our people — talented, dedicated professionals who help drive our success. We’re committed to creating a positive, supportive working environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

We invest in our teams by offering a wide range of internal and external training opportunities and encouraging continuous professional development at every career stage.

If you’re passionate about delivering the best for clients, enjoy working collaboratively, and hold yourself to high ethical standards, you’ll be a great fit for our team.

What We Offer

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
• Employee benefits, including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to fairness, inclusion, and diversity across our business.

Join us and be part of a company that supports your development, values your contribution, and inspires you to do your best work.