Senior Engineer – Inspection Management Print

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexi Time Scheme

Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support Framework

Employee Wellbeing Support

Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary

Derbyshire Rewards

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is recruiting a Senior Engineer – Inspection Management to lead highway safety inspections and responsive maintenance across Derbyshire. You will manage inspectors and delivery officers, ensuring timely inspections, robust QA, and compliant records with legal standards.

The role emphasises leadership, data accuracy, and continuous improvement in operations. The post involves coordinating internal teams, contractors, and external agencies, overseeing budgets, and

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience managing inspection regimes and reactive maintenance workstreams.
• Strong understanding of legal processes related to public liability claims.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of highway safety inspections and reactive maintenance programmes.
• Ensure compliance with inspection policies, CDM regulations, and health and safety legislation.
• Manage inspection records and implement quality assurance frameworks.
• Oversee emergency response and coordinate urgent repairs.
• Supervise and develop a team of inspectors and delivery officers.
• Monitor budgets, track performance, and produce detailed reports for senior stakeholders.
• Liaise with commissioning teams, contractors, and external agencies.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in inspection and maintenance practices.
• Deputise for the Resilience Delivery Manager in strategic forums and public engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Inspection management

Team management

Data capture

Asset management systems

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering

Tools

Asset management software

Mobile data capture

Job description

Ensure Accuracy and Safety: Senior Engineer – Inspection Management

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer – Inspection Management to lead the delivery of highway safety inspections and reactive maintenance across Derbyshire. This role is critical to ensuring the network remains safe, compliant, and supported by accurate, high-quality data.

You will manage a team of inspectors and delivery officers, oversee inspection regimes, and maintain robust quality assurance processes. Working closely with internal teams, contractors, and external partners, you’ll ensure inspections are completed on schedule, defects are addressed promptly, and inspection records meet legal standards.

This is a senior operational role requiring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of highway safety inspections and reactive maintenance programmes.
• Ensure compliance with inspection policies, CDM regulations, and health and safety legislation.
• Manage inspection records and implement quality assurance frameworks.
• Oversee emergency response and coordinate urgent repairs.
• Supervise and develop a team of inspectors and delivery officers.
• Monitor budgets, track performance, and produce detailed reports for senior stakeholders.
• Liaise with commissioning teams, contractors, and external agencies.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in inspection and maintenance practices.
• Deputise for the Resilience Delivery Manager in strategic forums and public engagements.

About You

• Extensive experience in highways maintenance and inspection operations.
• Strong knowledge of inspection policies, health and safety legislation, and CDM regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in asset management systems and mobile data capture.
• Commitment to safety, resilience, and continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience managing inspection regimes and reactive maintenance workstreams.
• Strong understanding of legal processes related to public liability claims.

Desirable

• Membership of professional institutions (e.g., CIHT, ICE, IHE).
• Health and Safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH).
• Experience in policy development and emergency response coordination.
• Familiarity with the Well-Managed Highway Infrastructure Code of Practice.

Please note that the base location may be subject to change following discussions with the successful candidate so please consider this when applying for this role

Support & Benefits:

• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Generous Annual Leave Scheme: Ensures a healthy work-life balance.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Provides financial security.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encourages environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.

Interview Date: Week commencing: 19th October 2026

Company: Derbyshire County Council

Salary: Grade 12 £45,899 – £49,507 per annum

Location: Derbyshire, Derbyshire

Sector: Highways

Sector: Traffic Management

Sector: Transport Planning

Job Role: Engineer