Highways Inspector

Critical Project Resourcing Ltd; Bromley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A South East London Local Authority is looking for an Interim Highways Inspector to ensure the safety and upkeep of the borough’s highway network. The role entails conducting inspections, raising work orders, and liaising with the public and contractors. Candidates must have relevant experience and essential qualifications, such as NRSWA accreditation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in highway maintenance and utility company operations.
• Experience in developing working practices to support statutory functions.
• Proven ability to handle contentious public issues with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections of highways to identify defects or damage.
• Raise works orders for repairs and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Provide public liaison service and record all inspections accurately.

Skills

Diplomacy

Public Liaison

Attention to Detail

Education

NRSWA 1991 Accreditation

LANTRA Highway Safety Inspector Training

Job description

Highways Inspector – South East London – £24.75 per hour (Umbrella)

A South East London Local Authority is seeking an Interim Highways Inspector to join their Highways & Transport team. This role is a great opportunity to contribute to the safety and upkeep of the borough’s highway network, ensuring a high standard of service delivery for residents and road users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out visual inspections of the borough’s highways network to identify safety defects, deterioration, or third-party damage.
• Raise works orders for the Council’s contractors or serve defect notices to utility companies in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Monitor the quality and timeliness of repair works to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Provide a public liaison service, dealing effectively with enquiries and complaints from residents, contractors, utility companies, and elected members.
• Ensure all inspections and reports are accurately recorded and comply with the Council’s systems and procedures.

Experience Required:

• Demonstrable experience in highway maintenance and/or utility company operations.
• Experience in developing and implementing working practices to support statutory functions.
• Proven ability to handle contentious issues involving the public, contractors, and councillors, with diplomacy and professionalism.

Essential Qualifications:

• NRSWA 1991: Accredited in accordance with the Qualifications of Supervisors and Operatives Regulations.
• LANTRA Highway Safety Inspector Training: Accredited and up to date.

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