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Highways Inspector

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Salary: £40-45k
Canning Town - and surrounding areas
Hours: 7am - 3:30pm
Must have a driver's license
Join Our Team as a Highways Inspector!
Are you passionate about ensuring the safety of our highways? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can make a real difference? We are looking for a dedicated Highways Inspector to join our team at a leading organisation committed to maintaining and improving our road networks!
About Us
We are a forward-thinking organisation focused on building safe and efficient infrastructure while fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace.
Job Purpose
As a Highways Inspector, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our roads adhere to the Highways Act 1980, keeping our highway network safe and accessible for all users.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
In this exciting role, you will:
- Conduct routine and ad-hoc inspections in your designated geographical area.
- Identify defects that pose risks to highway users and devise effective solutions.
- Utilise mobile devices to record inspections and manage works through our asset management system.
- Oversee inspections of both internal and third-party works, ensuring compliance with safety specifications.
- Support the Deputy Roads Manager in submitting permits and reviewing traffic management plans.
- Supervise works during both day and night shifts, ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols.
- Engage with the public to address complaints, conduct investigations, and represent the authority in court if necessary.
- Assist with emergency management and provide vital support during the winter season.
- Take responsibility for a vehicle, ensuring professional and courteous use at all times.
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Key Working Relationships
- Collaborate with Roads team members, internal workforce, and subcontractors.
- Work closely with Operations Administrators, Project Management Officers, and the HR & Commercial teams.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- City & Guilds LANTRA Safety Highways Inspector
- GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year in highway maintenance
- Experience in conducting safety inspections is advantageous.
Knowledge And Skills
- Strong understanding of highway safety inspections and relevant legislation.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and adapt to changing demands.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
What We Offer
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A chance to be part of a team dedicated to improving public safety and infrastructure.


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If you are enthusiastic about road safety and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career as a Highways Inspector.
Together, let's create safer roads for everyone!
Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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