Highway Steward - Inspect & Liaise with Communities

Balfour Beatty plc; Lewes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension scheme

Share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Job summary

Balfour Beatty Living Places is seeking a Highway Steward to join our East Sussex contract in Ringmer. You will help inspect and maintain the highway network, respond to inquiries, investigate third‑party claims, and support the wider Network Management Team to deliver high standards and zero harm.

A full UK driving licence is essential. Ideal candidates will have experience in highway inspections or operations, strong communication skills, and familiarity with works management systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in highway inspections or operations.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance standards and policies.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake routine highway safety inspections within required timescales.
• Identify and record highway defects and raise works orders.
• Carry out detailed inspections and select remedial actions.
• Manage customer enquiries per policies and procedures.
• Investigate third‑party claims and gather evidence.
• Attend meetings with councillors and stakeholders.

Skills

Highway inspections

Customer service

IT skills

Driving licence

Tools

Works management system

Job description

Balfour Beatty Living Places is seeking a Highway Steward to join our East Sussex contract in Ringmer. You will help inspect and maintain the highway network, respond to inquiries, investigate third‑party claims, and support the wider Network Management Team to deliver high standards and zero harm.

A full UK driving licence is essential. Ideal candidates will have experience in highway inspections or operations, strong communication skills, and familiarity with works management systems.