Senior Bridge Inspector

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Senior Bridge Inspector, where you will assess and maintain the county's diverse bridge stock. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and contribute to high-quality service delivery. Ideal for candidates with a strong background in structural engineering and bridge inspection.

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of bridge design principles.
• Familiarity with bridge inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Assessing the condition of structural assets.
• Delivering over 500 General and around 100 Principal Inspections annually.
• Identifying and prioritising maintenance and repair works.

Skills

Bridge Inspection

Communication

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

HND in Structural Engineering

Job description

You will be joining a dedicated team of professionals with comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the diverse structures within the county. Supported by additional structures colleagues, you will help deliver high-quality services.

Key skills required for this role

Bridge Inspector

Important

Our client, is currently seeking a Senior Bridge Inspector to join their Structures team.

This position offers a chance to work directly within the client's office, supporting the client's officers and collaborating on shared delivery objectives.
You will be joining a dedicated team of professionals with comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the diverse structures within the county. Supported by additional structures colleagues, you will help deliver high-quality services. With an exciting increase in funding for the 2025/26 financial year, the structures programme aims to protect and enhance the county's varied bridge stock, which includes everything from viaducts to small masonry arches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessing the condition of the client's structural assets
• Identifying and prioritising maintenance and repair works
• Delivering over 500 General and around 100 Principal Inspections annually
• Undertaking Special Inspections and surveying accident damages as required
• Working within a professional team to deliver quality services and meet set objectives

Job Requirements:

• A mature and self-aware approach to achieving high standards and safe working practices
• A passion and aptitude for bridge inspection, with a sound understanding of bridge design principles
• Familiarity with bridge inspection processes and Bridge Condition Indicators
• A HNC, HND in civil/structural engineering, or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Confident communication skills, able to convey your viewpoints clearly and keep stakeholders and colleagues well-informed

If you have a strong background in structural and bridge inspection and are looking for a dynamic contract role within a supportive team, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's dedicated team.

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