Streetlighting Inspector

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a reliable Streetlighting Night Inspector for a short-term role in Leicestershire. The position involves inspecting illuminated road signs at night, ensuring they are functional, and logging results accurately. Ideal for those seeking independent work, a full UK driving license is essential. The job offers flexible hours and requires strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• High degree of reliability and accuracy during night shifts.
• Attention to detail for repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect illuminated road signs across the county.
• Record presence and functionality of each sign.
• Log inspection results as part of data collection.

Skills

Driving across large geographic areas

Independently working during night shifts

Performing repetitive tasks

Accurate recording of findings

Job description

Exciting Opportunity for a Streetlighting Night Inspector in Leicestershire

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a reliable and detail-focused Streetlighting Night Inspector to support my client's highways lighting team in Leicestershire. This is a short‑term role expected to last around 3 months, or until a set budget is fully used. It's ideal for someone looking for flexible, independent night work within a public sector setting.

This role involves carrying out physical inspections of illuminated road signs across the county during night hours. Shifts are 7.5 hours long, worked from dusk until dawn at any time, depending on scheduling and conditions. A work vehicle will be provided to complete inspections across the county, which must be returned to the depot at the end of each shift.

The main duties of the Streetlighting Night Inspector are:

• Driving to various locations across Leicestershire using a provided illuminated sign inventory.
• Recording whether each sign is still present or has been removed.
• Checking whether each illuminated sign is functioning correctly.
• Accurately logging all inspection results as part of a county-wide data collection programme.
• Completing approximately 11,500 sign inspections over the duration of the role.

The Streetlighting Night Inspector will have key experience in:

• Navigating and driving across large geographic areas confidently (a full UK driving licence is essential).
• Working independently during night shifts with a high degree of reliability and accuracy.
• Performing repetitive tasks methodically with attention to detail.
• Recording findings accurately, whether manually or digitally.
• Previous experience in highways, street lighting, or inspection-based roles is helpful but not essential.

This is a straightforward, hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys working alone, takes pride in doing a job thoroughly, and is comfortable with night shifts and county‑wide travel.

For more details and to apply for the role, please call James Allbon at Carrington West on 02393 876042 or email [e-mail].

FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways & Infrastructure professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. Please contact James Allbon at Carrington West on 02393 876042 for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third‑party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent, please email [e-mail].