Highways Clerk of Works

Redbridge; London; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A major London borough is seeking a Highways Clerk of Works to contribute to the safety and efficiency of its transport network. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing construction and maintenance works, with responsibilities for supervising contractors and ensuring high-quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the daily commutes of residents and enhance the infrastructure of the borough.

Qualifications

• Experience in highway construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of health & safety compliance.
• Ability to inspect and supervise contractors.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor works on highway construction sites.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.
• Provide technical feedback on repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Compliance Monitoring

Technical Feedback

Defect Identification

Supervision

Education

Relevant Qualification in Construction or Civil Engineering

Job description

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Location: Lynton House, Ilford

Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.

We're one of the fastest growing parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the city.

As soon people walk out of their front door they see, feel and use the Redbridge highway network.

Full time – Permanent

Location: Lynton House, Ilford

Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.

We're one of the fastest growing parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the city.

As soon people walk out of their front door they see, feel and use the Redbridge highway network.

Do you want to help shape, be part of, and contribute to the development of Redbridge helping our communities to help them travel around the borough for work or play safely and efficiently? Our objective is to create a safe and seamless network of travel whether you are walking, cycling, driving, or using public transport.

We are seeking a dedicated Highways Clerk of Works to play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality highway construction and maintenance works across our network. You will be responsible for inspecting works on site, supervising contractors, monitoring compliance with specifications, standards, and health & safety requirements, and ensuring that all works, whether planned or reactive, are completed to the required standard. A crucial part of your role will involve providing technical feedback on repairs, identifying defects, and ensuring prompt and appropriate remedial action is taken. You’ll work closely with our Highways Engineering, Flooding, and Street Lighting teams, contributing to the safety, quality, and long-term resilience of our roads, pavements, and transport infrastructure. This is a highly visible role where your input will make a direct impact on the everyday journeys of our residents and commuters.

At Redbridge Highways, we are passionate about pushing boundaries and embracing new and innovative solutions that make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Our high-performing team is known for its creativity and resilience, continuously exploring new methods and technologies to enhance our borough’s infrastructure.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, ensures you have the support and resources needed to grow your career and achieve your goals, fosters a collaborative environment, and is dedicated to making Redbridge a better place for everyone.

If you would like an informal discussion about this role, please contact:

To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.

All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

Full time – Permanent

Location: Lynton House, Ilford

Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.

We're one of the fastest growing parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the city.

As soon people walk out of their front door they see, feel and use the Redbridge highway network.

Do you want to help shape, be part of, and contribute to the development of Redbridge helping our communities to help them travel around the borough for work or play safely and efficiently? Our objective is to create a safe and seamless network of travel whether you are walking, cycling, driving, or using public transport.

We are seeking a dedicated Highways Clerk of Works to play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality highway construction and maintenance works across our network. You will be responsible for inspecting works on site, supervising contractors, monitoring compliance with specifications, standards, and health & safety requirements, and ensuring that all works, whether planned or reactive, are completed to the required standard. A crucial part of your role will involve providing technical feedback on repairs, identifying defects, and ensuring prompt and appropriate remedial action is taken. You’ll work closely with our Highways Engineering, Flooding, and Street Lighting teams, contributing to the safety, quality, and long-term resilience of our roads, pavements, and transport infrastructure. This is a highly visible role where your input will make a direct impact on the everyday journeys of our residents and commuters.

At Redbridge Highways, we are passionate about pushing boundaries and embracing new and innovative solutions that make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Our high-performing team is known for its creativity and resilience, continuously exploring new methods and technologies to enhance our borough’s infrastructure.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, ensures you have the support and resources needed to grow your career and achieve your goals, fosters a collaborative environment, and is dedicated to making Redbridge a better place for everyone.

If you would like an informal discussion about this role, please contact:

To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.

All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

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