Highway Bridge and Structure Inspector

Waterman Aspen; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Highway Bridge and Structure Inspector in Worcestershire. The role involves carrying out inspections and reporting findings on highway structures while ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in civil engineering and a valid UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and annual leave.

Benefits

Contribution to commuting mileage

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Company pension contribution

Paid community volunteering day

Qualifications

• Experience in Civil Engineering especially in highway structures inspection.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety and CDM 2015.
• Full valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out General Inspections and Principal Inspections of Highway Structures.
• Record and report all inspections using online systems.
• Interpret bridge structure defects in materials like steel and concrete.
• Liaise between departments for traffic management and task briefings.

Skills

Civil Engineering experience

Understanding of construction materials

Knowledge of Health and Safety

Experience in road network management

Job description

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Highway Bridge and Structure Inspector, Worcestershire

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Client:

Waterman Aspen

Location:

Worcestershire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Highway Bridge and Structure Inspector will see you as a key member of the Warwickshire and Worcestershire team and you can expect:

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out General Inspections and Principal Inspections of Highway Structures in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
• Recording and reporting on all inspections including the use of Structures Management System in accordance with the CSS Bridge Condition Index system.
• Interpretation of bridge structure defects in construction materials such as steel and concrete.
• Understanding the importance of efficient reporting of urgent and severe defects that have the potential to reduce capacity and performance.
• Recording defects on site and reporting via online structural management systems.
• Liaison between departments, arrange traffic management, access equipment and compile task briefing sheets.

Requirements:

• Experience in Civil Engineering with particular relevance to inspection and maintenance of highway structures assets.
• Sound technical understanding of construction materials and forms.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety and CDM 2015.
• Experienced in the management and maintenance of local road or trunk road network.
• Demonstrable experience in a relevant discipline preferably involving work of a structural or building nature is desirable.
• Full valid UK driving licence.

You’ll get this and so much more…

As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package:

• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community