Bridge Inspector/Examiner

BES Group; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading risk management solutions provider in the UK seeks a Bridge Examiner / Inspector to ensure infrastructure safety. The role involves conducting thorough inspections and reports on various structures, requiring travel and adherence to safety regulations. The company values diversity and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Life Cover

Annual Salary Review

24 Days Annual Leave

Flexible Working Opportunities

Health and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience in a Bridge Examiner or Inspector role.
• Knowledge of Rail and Highway Inspection Regulations.
• Ability to work at height and within confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Structural Inspections, Investigations, and Surveys.
• Prepare inspection reports and drawings.
• Lead safe delivery of inspections across various infrastructures.

Skills

Bridge Inspection

Safety Compliance

Structural Analysis

Team Collaboration

Education

IRATA Qualification

Tools

CAD

Job description

Who we are in a nutshell.

At BES Group, we pride ourselves in being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. That means it s our job to help keep our customers assets legally compliant, operational and, above all else, safe. And we do this with a team of the very best people, simple.

Our infrastructure division is crucial to the safety of key civil infrastructure across the UK and beyond. Our specialist team are experts not only in completing the most thorough inspections on critical structures such as railway bridges, but also in accessing some of the most challenging locations. From abseiling to diving, the skills and expertise of our team is impressive, meaning we can support our customers, no matter what.

To be considered for this role as a Bridge Examiner / Inspector you will live in North West England, ideally close to Liverpool or Preston but you will be willing to travel nationally and work unsociable hours if and when required.

What will you be doing?

As a Bridge Examiner / Inspector for BES Infrastructure, you will be ensuring our clients infrastructure is safe for use and fit for purpose. You will be responsible for the successful completion of Structural Inspections, Investigations and Surveys on a wide range of infrastructure civil engineering assets.

You will cover a multitude of infrastructure categories, including but not limited to, Highways, Rail, Aviation, Utilities, Ports and Harbours etc.

You will:

• Use specialist access to inspect and examine a variety of structures throughout the UK in accordance with the required technical standards/specifications
• Lead the safe and successful delivery of Structural Inspections, Investigations and Surveys
• Supporting pre-work planning activities including attendance at pre-site visits, liaison with landowners, agents or contractors, review and acceptance of proposed safe systems of work
• Prepare inspection reports, including the production of drawings within CAD
• Work as part of a growing team on railway and highway infrastructure

As part of our team, you will get:

• A starting salary from GBP34,196 up to GBP40,976 (dependent on experience and competency level)
• Use of a company van, for work purposes
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life cover
• Annual salary review
• 24 days annual leave rising to 25 days after 4 years service plus 8 bank holidays /
• Access to our buy holiday scheme
• Opportunity for flexible working
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts and savings via our employee benefits portal
• Health and well being support via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Companywide volunteering scheme
• Guaranteed fundraising support for your chosen charity

To join our team, you will need:

• Experience in a Bridge Examiner or Inspector role
• Knowledge of Rail and Highway Inspection Regulations
• Ideally, an IRATA qualification (up to Rope Access Supervisor L3)
• Be prepared to travel and work nationwide
• The ability to work at height and within confined spaces
• Full UK Driving license

We want you to be you!

Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay.

Our team is made up of some of the most skilled and talented people and that s what matters to us. At BES Group, we want our people to know that they can be their true authentic selves at work, it really is that simple.

What s more, we re a Real Living Wage employer across our complete business and we are delighted to have pledged our committed to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

Go for it! Research suggests that some people tend to only apply for roles if they meet all requirements. If you don't meet every point above, but still feel like you could really help make a difference in this role, please apply, you might be exactly what we re looking for.

To apply for this role, simply click Apply . We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it s that easy! Please note, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

BES Group, where our people and our customers come before everything else.