Highways Safety Inspector / Technician

WMJobs; Malvern; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday (pro rata)

LGPS pension

Professional learning & Development

Hybrid/flexible working

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council is seeking a Highways Safety Inspector for the South Worcestershire area, primarily based at Newlands Depot, Malvern. The role involves walking and driving inspections, requiring a clean driving licence and flexibility for evenings and weekends.

You may be required to attend court and give evidence on highway-related claims. The position is 35 hours per week with a permanent/fixed-term contract, offering a competitive salary of £30,817 to £32,929 per annum and a

Qualifications

• Clean driver’s licence required.
• Willing to work during severe weather, evenings and weekends.
• Ability to attend court and give evidence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct highways safety inspections walked and driven.
• Cover up to 5 miles per day on foot.
• Attend court and give evidence in highway-related claims.

Job description

Permanent / Fixed Term Contract

We are looking to recruit into our Highways Safety Inspection Team. The role will be predominantly based in the South of Worcestershire, however there may be occasions where officers are required to cover other parts of the County.

You will be required to assist with Highways Safety Inspection s both walked and driven, be a driver and passenger and be able to cover up to 5 miles per day on foot. A clean driver's licence is essential as well as being able to work during seveare weather condition s and potentially during evenings and weekends. You will also be required to attend court and give evidence as part of Worcestershire County Council's third party defence against Highways related claims.

Job Title

Highways Safety Inspector

Salary

£30,817 - £32,929 per annum

Hours

35 Hours per Week

Location

Newlands Depot , Malvern

Team

Reactive Team

Benefits

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date

25 Nov 2026

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