Highways Inspector

Making Manchester Sa; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local council is seeking a Highways Inspector to join their dynamic Network Management team. In this role, you will conduct inspections on live roadworks, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Your expertise will support the city in delivering essential infrastructure improvements and maintaining effective communication with various stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a vibrant city while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for public service and a background in highways management, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Employee discounts

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder and contractor engagement is ideal.
• Strong IT skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full visual inspections on live roadworks.
• Coordinate tasks and liaise with traffic management officers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Planning & Organising

Problem Solving

Creative Skills

Research and Intelligence

Administrative Skills

ICT Skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Additional Payments: Essential Car Allowance

Closing Date: 06 May 2025

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: Face to Face

Interview Date: 27th May 2025

This role is subject to -

2 References - where possible we require 3 years' employment history.

Police Vetting- You will be required to undertake a Greater Manchester Police vetting process.

Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

We have an exciting opportunity to become part of the Network Management team within the Highways team.

You will be carrying out full visual inspections on live roadworks in line with the GMRAPS scheme inspections.

You will be required to plan your routes and schedules in order to maximise your daily inspections and provide day to day support and query resolution to the Permit Officers, Co-ordinator and Management.

Manage day to day coordination tasks- i.e. Early entry, traffic management with the statutory undertakers- Liaising with the Traffic and Events officer where required and ensure compliance with all necessary Highways systems and processes and to undertake any other inspections as required such as Section 74, 3rd Party, FPNs and Permit conditions.

You will also be required to undertake such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the level of the post.

You should be computer literate with some experience in Microsoft Office software as well as possessing a full Driving licence and use of your own car for business purposes

If you have the required skills and/or background to successfully undertake this role we look forward to hearing from you.

Manchester City Council is leading the way in transforming services in the public sector and we are looking for talented people to join us. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of Manchester, to play a part in the delivery of improvements, and to be part of our journey in one of the most dynamic centres in Europe. The Event and Network Coordination Team assess and approve any proposed works on the Manchester City Council Network via the Greater Manchester Road Activity Permit Scheme and you will be working in one of three designated area's: The City Centre and Key Route Network, North and Central Manchester and the Airport and South Manchester. The role advertised is a position in the South of Manchester and Airport Area.

The team work to promote Manchester as a place to live, work and visit; facilitating development and investment in the city centre, and encouraging businesses to relocate here, supporting the creation of new jobs, homes, infrastructure (including transport infrastructure) and facilities.

The team works with a wide range of partners in the public and private sector, and other local and national stakeholders, to ensure an integrated and comprehensive approach to achieving Highways objectives. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are looking for individuals ideally with a highways background and experience of works coordination along with experience in stakeholder and contractor engagement.

You will also have excellent written and verbal communication and influencing skills; a track record of building effective partnerships and working with senior managers and Elected Members; the ability to understand, assimilate and communicate complex information in a non-technical way; and be able to work well under pressure.

The ideal candidate must possess strong IT skills, be able to use their initiative, prioritise own workload and have the ability to work as part of team in a fast paced environment.

Communication Skills: Is able to effectively transfer key and complex information to all levels of staff, adapting the style of communication as necessary and ensuring that this information is understood.

Analytical Skills: Ability to absorb, understand and quickly assimilate moderately complex information and concepts and compare information from a number of different sources.

Ability to engage with stakeholders to identify information needs and to know how to go about obtaining the relevant information.

Planning& Organising: Demonstrate the ability to organize multiple tasks in the most effective way, and allocate time and energy according to task complexity and priority.

Problem Solving and Decision Making: Is able to make effective decisions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of decisions, demonstrating sound judgement in escalating issues where necessary.

Creative Skills: Ability to think creatively and provide innovative solutions to problems. Has ability to develop new approaches to finding solutions outside of existing parameters.

Research and Intelligence: Ability to research information from a variety of different sources and present in a variety of formats.

Administrative Skills: Ability to develop and maintain effective systems in a rapidly changing environment.

ICT Skills: Ability to use multiple applications, systems and associated software packages

A background in network coordination and knowledge of specific highways legislation is desirable but not essential

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
  
  

Benefits We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
  
  

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.
  
  

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

Requirements

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition
  
  

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.
  
  

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

Required

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council.
• Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. It ensures that individuals meet basic security requirements and can be trusted with sensitive information
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.
  
  

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other Relevant Information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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