Technician - Highway Inspector

Derbyshire County Council; Cromford CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government public service organization in Cromford seeks an enthusiastic individual to join their Highways Maintenance Team. The role involves conducting safety inspections and investigating public inquiries. Ideal candidates will possess problem-solving skills, experience in highway inspections, and a valid driving license. The position offers flexible hours, training opportunities, and a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Flexi Time Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support Framework

Training and Development Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Derbyshire Rewards

Qualifications

• Technical and practical problem solving skills required.
• Experience in highway inspections or related fields preferred.
• Understanding of legislation concerning highways.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and risk-based inspections of the road network.
• Record and issue repairs needed on the road network.
• Provide technical advice on highways maintenance activities.
• Respond to customer inquiries.

Skills

Technical and practical problem solving skills

Experience in highway inspections

Understanding of highway related legislation

Ability to keep accurate records

Full driving License

Job description

Overview

At Derbyshire, we have been on a journey to transform the way we deliver highway services to make them fit for the future and allow us to invest effectively in our network. Within the Highways Maintenance Team we are looking for an enthusiastic, customer focused and experienced person to join the Service, delivering highways safety inspections and investigating enquiries received from members of the public. The successful applicant will support with the implementation of service improvements and excellent customer care, and work within a team to contribute and achieve required performance targets. You will support our area-based highways maintenance team based at our Willington Highways Depot. You will be joining a team of technicians and engineers and have a manager who is supportive and keen to facilitate your development.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking routine and ad-hoc risk based inspections of our road network.
• Recording and issuing repairs to be undertaken on the road network.
• Providing technical advice and support on highways maintenance activities.
• Providing responses to enquiries from customers and service users.

What skills and experience I need to have?

• Technical and practical problem solving skills.
• Skills and experience in relation to highway inspections, or similar areas of work where these skills are transferable.
• Understanding of highway related legislation and responsibilities.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Full driving Licence.

These lists are not exhaustive. Take a look at our comprehensive job profile for more detail.

Working with us

You will work closely with other Services within the Highways Division to continually develop service improvement and efficiencies whilst embracing new technologies and best working practices. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment, a variety of Derbyshire based work, flexible working hours and the opportunity to develop yourself and your career.

Support & Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme (27 days increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing 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.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.
• & more

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