Roads Network Inspectors & Roads Asset Inspectors – Inverness, Perth

TN United Kingdom; Inverness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

BEAR Scotland is seeking Road Network Inspectors and Asset Inspectors to join their NW team. The role involves conducting safety inspections and maintaining asset data for over 1,962 km of trunk roads. Candidates should possess good computer skills and a valid driving licence, with training provided for those without prior experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Generous leave

Employee benefits

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous road maintenance experience preferred but not essential.
• Training will be provided.
• Good computer skills necessary, especially with data capture devices and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Conducting weekly daytime Safety Inspections and Safety Patrols.
• Performing bi-weekly/night-time Safety Inspections.
• Validating and updating asset inventory data.

Skills

Good computer skills

Public interaction skills

Education

Basic disclosure clearance

Full valid driving licence

Job description

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Client:

BEAR Scotland

Location:

Scotland

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Fantastic opportunities have arisen to join BEAR Scotland’s NW team as a Road Network Inspector or an Asset Inspector.

The North West Trunk Road Unit covers approximately 1,422 km of trunk roads and includes 1,501 bridges and structures, such as the Kessock Bridge and the A87 Skye Crossing.

The area spans from Thurso and Wick in the north to Campbeltown in the south, and from Uig on Skye to Perth and Stirling in the central belt.

Role includes:

1. Conducting weekly daytime Safety Inspections and Safety Patrols to identify hazards and perform minor repairs where safe.
2. Performing bi-weekly/night-time Safety Inspections of illuminated assets and semi-annual inspections of reflective assets.
3. Carrying out visual condition inspections to identify defects and support maintenance planning.
4. Validating and updating asset inventory data in the Transport Scotland Asset Management Performance System.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Basic disclosure clearance through Disclosure Scotland due to public interaction.
• Previous road maintenance experience is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.
• Good computer skills are necessary, especially with data capture devices and Microsoft Office.
• A full valid driving licence is essential.

Why BEAR?

BEAR Scotland manages over 1962 km of Scottish trunk roads and maintains more than 2000 bridges and structures, investing millions annually in road maintenance and improvements.

We value our employees and offer a competitive salary, pension, generous leave, employee benefits, and development opportunities.

Join us to grow your career with a company that supports your success and values diversity and equality in the workplace.

Please apply by completing the application form below or send your CV to the provided email address.