Highways Inspector

Brackenberry; Bromley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority recruitment service is seeking a Highways Inspector in Bromley to ensure the safety and condition of the highway network. The role involves conducting inspections and liaising with contractors, requiring strong communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with highway legislation and the NRSWA 1991 is crucial. This is a 3-month contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in highway maintenance and/or utility operations.
• Experience managing interactions with members of the public and contractors.
• A valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections of highway assets to identify defects.
• Liaise with contractors and utility companies regarding works.
• Enforce compliance under the New Roads and Street Works Act.

Skills

Communication Management

Compliance Legislation

Quality Management

Business Requirements

Education

Accreditation under NRSWA 1991

Accreditation under LANTRA Highway Safety Inspector training

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Bromley to assist with the appointment of aHighways Inspector, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £18.01 - £23.75 per hour

Summary:

The Highways Inspector plays a key role in maintaining the safety and condition of the borough's highway network. This position involves conducting visual inspections, identifying defects in highway assets, ensuring timely repairs through contractors or utility companies, and enforcing compliance with relevant legislation. The role requires strong communication and organisational skills, along with a commitment to public service and highway safety.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct visual inspections of highway assets to identify defects and raise appropriate works orders or defect notices.
• Respond to and resolve enquiries related to highway inspections in accordance with council policies and legislation.
• Liaise with contractors and utility companies to monitor works, process invoices, and ensure standards are met.
• Investigate public claims and complaints related to street conditions; provide evidence or statements for legal proceedings when necessary.
• Enforce compliance under the New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) 1991, issuing defect notices as required.

Qualifications:

• Accreditation under the NRSWA 1991 (or willingness to attain).
• Accreditation under LANTRA Highway Safety Inspector training (or willingness to attain).

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in highway maintenance and/or utility operations.
• Experience managing interactions with members of the public, contractors, and elected officials.
• Proven ability to adapt operational practices to statutory and business requirements.
• A valid UK driving licence.
• Familiarity with street care processes, performance standards, and quality management systems.
• Understanding of highway and related legislation including contract and financial regulations.
  
• Knowledge of performance indicators and service standards for highway maintenance.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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