Highway Inspector

Carrington West; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A highway maintenance recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Highway Inspector to ensure the safe condition of the highway network in North East Lincolnshire. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing safety compliance, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience, a Highway Inspection Qualification, and a full UK driving license. Competitive compensation and opportunities for further development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in highway inspection or related discipline.
• Full UK driving license with ability to travel independently.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain safe condition of the highway network.
• Liaise with stakeholders including the public and emergency services.
• Assist with enforcing highway safety legislation.

Skills

Highway or civil engineering knowledge

Dynamic risk assessments

IT software systems

Workload management

Record keeping

Education

Highway Inspection Qualification

Streetworks Supervisors Accreditation

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for a Highway Inspector in North East Lincolnshire

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a reliable and experienced Highway Inspector to join my client's highway maintenance team in North East Lincolnshire. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the safe condition of the highway network, assisting with reactive maintenance works and statutory inspections in line with the Highways Act 1980.

Key Duties

• Inspecting, investigating and ordering necessary works to maintain the highway network safely.
• Conforming to relevant legislation, policy and codes of practice for highway maintenance.
• Maintaining accurate records for inspection, maintenance and to support statutory defence in case of legal claims.
• Investigating third‑party insurance claims, providing inspection records, and attending court as necessary.
• Liaising with a range of stakeholders including elected members, the public, emergency services and neighbouring authorities.
• Inspecting works completed by in‑house teams, contractors and third parties, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
• Reporting on the need for more substantial works such as resurfacing or reconstruction.
• Assisting with the enforcement of highway safety legislation and ensuring safe working practices on site.
• Contributing to the development of new technology, systems, policies, and procedures for effective service delivery.

Qualifications

• Highway or civil engineering construction methods and maintenance treatments.
• Experience using specialist IT software systems, databases, and spreadsheets (desirable).
• Managing their own workload, working methodically, and maintaining accurate records.
• Performing dynamic risk assessments and maintaining a professional approach.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in highway inspection or a related discipline.
• Holding a Highway Inspection Qualification (desirable).
• Streetworks Supervisors Accreditation (desirable).
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel independently.

Contact

For more details and to apply for the role, please call James Allbon at Carrington West on 02393 876042 or email [e-mail].

Footnote

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highway, Construction, and Local Government professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. By applying for this position to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third‑party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent, please email [e-mail].