Highways Inspector — Hybrid, Training & Growth

Salford Council; Swinton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to training and accreditation opportunities

Dedicated professional and digital skills development programs

Hybrid/flexible working

Job summary

Salford Council is looking for a Highways Inspector to leverage your knowledge of highway safety and legislation. You’ll join a team dedicated to maintaining and improving the city’s roads for residents.

This role involves routine inspections, coordination of asset surveys, and liaising with other agencies. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a customer-focused approach. The council offers strong learning culture and hybrid working opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in highways inspection and engineering.
• Proven technical skills and ability to deliver outcomes.
• Knowledge of current highway safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections of highways and record condition.
• Assist in organizing asset surveys and data collection.
• Respond to service requests from Councillors and public.

Skills

Highways engineering knowledge

Technical skills

Customer-focused approach

Problem-solving skills

Legislation knowledge

Education

Relevant qualifications in highways engineering

Job description

Salford Council is looking for a Highways Inspector to leverage your knowledge of highway safety and legislation. You’ll join a team dedicated to maintaining and improving the city’s roads for residents.

This role involves routine inspections, coordination of asset surveys, and liaising with other agencies. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a customer-focused approach. The council offers strong learning culture and hybrid working opportunities.