Calderdale Council
Streetworks Inspector
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About the Role
The Network Coordination Team within Calderdale Council's Strategic Infrastructure Department is responsible for delivering the Council's duties under the All Streets Permit Scheme, the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA), and the wider Network Management function.
Reporting to the Street Works Engineer and Network Coordination Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that road and street works undertaken on the Authority's highway network comply with permit conditions and statutory requirements. This will involve carrying out inspections in accordance with permits issued under the All Streets Permit Scheme, as well as undertaking inspections relating to other highway activities including scaffolding, skips, temporary highway obstructions, and vehicle crossing applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Take a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Maintain the safety and efficiency of the highway network
Key Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Engage with utility companies, contractors, developers, council officers, elected members, and members of the public
- Communicate clearly and professionally
- Manage difficult conversations
- Build positive working relationships
- Explain technical issues to a range of audiences
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Qualifications and Experience
We are looking to recruit an individual with experience in the highways, street works, utilities, or related sectors. Applicants who currently hold NRSWA Supervisor accreditation are particularly encouraged to apply. However, training and support will be provided to obtain the necessary qualifications where these are not already held.
- A full driving licence is essential
Application Details
- Closing Date: Sunday, 11th October 2026
- Interview Date: tbc
Location
This role is based in the UK.
Right to Work
Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.
If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year (unless exceptions apply) and meet the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.
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Recruitment Process
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
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