Bridge Inspector

Calibre Search; Stirling, Falkirk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Scotland is seeking a Bridge Inspector to manage multiple inspection projects across various infrastructures. The role demands hands-on experience in bridge inspections and expertise in relevant industry guidelines. The ideal candidate will enjoy a work-life balance with opportunities for ongoing training and participation in unique engineering projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible working options

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in inspecting bridges or similar structures is essential.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills required.
• Willingness to gain LANTRA Bridge Inspection Competence Scheme (BICS) certification if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various types of bridge inspections including visual and drone surveys.
• Assist in planning and implementing inspection programmes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations during inspections.

Skills

Experience in inspecting bridges or similar structures

Strong report writing and documentation skills

Familiarity with relevant guidance

Education

Relevant civil or structural engineering qualification (e.g. BTEC HNC)

Tools

SMIS

Agile

Job description

Overview

Bridge Inspector to join a forward-thinking engineering consultancy experiencing rapid growth. With a diverse and high-profile portfolio spanning major infrastructure projects across Scotland, this role is ideal for someone with experience in bridge inspections and a passion for structural integrity and safety.

The Company

Our client is a leading consultancy with expertise across highways, rail, energy, utilities, water, commercial development and legal sectors. Working with a wide range of clients—including national contractors, developers, insurers, and public sector bodies—they provide high-quality inspection, testing and investigation services on a wide variety of structures. Due to continued expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Bridge Inspector to join their dedicated team.

The Role

As a Bridge Inspector, you'll be involved in diverse inspection projects—from single-span structures for private clients to full network asset management programmes for major infrastructure operators.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out safety, general, principal, special and assessment inspections
• Conducting visual inspections, drone surveys, hammer tap surveys, corrosion and defect assessments
• Using specialist NDT and structural monitoring equipment
• Undertaking inspections in confined spaces, over water, at height or via MEWPs, powerboats, pontoons or rope access
• Supporting stock data reporting and technical reviews
• Assisting in planning and implementing inspection programmes
• Coordinating access, permits, traffic management and liaising with clients and contractors

The role will involve Scotland-wide travel, with occasional nights away or international assignments. Flexibility for night and weekend work is required—but this is balanced with a strong company focus on work-life balance, flexible working arrangements and employee wellbeing.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant civil or structural engineering qualification (e.g. BTEC HNC)
• Experience in inspecting bridges or similar structures
• Strong report writing and documentation skills
• Familiarity with relevant guidance (e.g. CS 450, Inspection Manual for Highway Structures)
• Willingness to gain LANTRA Bridge Inspection Competence Scheme (BICS) certification if not already held
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Certification in PASMA, IPAF, PTS, CSCS, confined spaces, emergency first aid
• Knowledge of CS 462 and BA35/90
• Experience using SMIS, Agile, Bridge Station or other reporting tools
• Rope access or water-based access experience
• Structural assessment and review experience

The Ideal Candidate

You'll be someone who thrives in a hands-on, outdoors environment, just as much as in technical reporting. The role will suit a motivated, self-sufficient professional who takes pride in accurate and detailed inspections and reporting. You'll be comfortable using a variety of access methods and inspection techniques, and you'll enjoy problem-solving and thinking beyond the "tick-box" approach.

The company is known for its innovative and proactive ethos, and they're looking for someone who shares their "can-do" mindset and professional standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Exposure to unique and challenging engineering projects
• Supportive and social team environment

If interested in this position, but perhaps would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business