Highway Inspector

Our client is currently seeking a Highway Inspector to join their busy highway maintenance team. This contract role requires a dedicated individual to provide essential support in maintaining and improving the safety and functionality of public highways.

• Undertake daily walked highway inspections to identify and report safety defects according to local codes of practice.
• Respond to enquiries from the public and Members, either face-to-face or through correspondence.
• Carry out enforcement actions on the public highway, which may involve interacting with challenging members of the public.
• Use your own vehicle to drive to inspection routes, conduct driven inspections, and respond to reactive complaints as needed.
• Update condition survey information for all highway assets.
• Conduct Highways Act Enforcement as required.
• Liaise with council staff, utilities, and other relevant parties regarding NRSWA enforcement.
• Investigate claims related to tripping or slipping on the highway.
• Undertake drainage and subsidence investigations on the highway.
• Attend County Court as an expert witness, providing evidence to support the council's highway maintenance policies.

• Knowledge and understanding of word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Understanding of Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
• Familiarity with IT systems and hardware EBF.
• NRSWA Supervisor level qualification.
• IMTAC or similar certification.
• Valid driving licence.

If you are experienced in highway inspections and looking for a new contract opportunity to contribute to a vital public service, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team.