Highways Inspection Officer

Highway Inspection Officer

Rate of pay: £260 per day (umbrella)
Location: Tinkers Lane Depot, Windsor, UK
Job Type: Full-time temp until May with possible extensionWe are seeking a dedicated Highway Inspection Officer. This role is crucial for undertaking both planned and reactive safety inspections of the highway, ensuring the Council fulfils its duties in relation to the Highway Maintenance Management Plan (HMMP). The ideal candidate will control day-to-day activities regarding basic maintenance operations under the direction of the Senior Highway Inspection Officer, contributing to a safe public environment and adhering to the Highways Act and other relevant legislation.

Day-to-day of the role:

Conduct highway safety inspections as per the HMMP, including carriageways, footways, car parks, and more, ensuring accurate recording of safety and service defects.
Respond to and investigate enquiries and complaints regarding Highway Services, aiming to reduce problems and improve the Council's service standard.
Identify defects and organise necessary works within budget constraints, ensuring all actions comply with legal and organisational Health & Safety procedures.
Maintain records using computerised systems like Confirm, QGIS, and Street Manager, ensuring data accuracy and supporting highway safety/asset management functions.
Provide engineering knowledge and assistance to the team, the Council, and the public, solving problems and arranging corrective actions for basic safety maintenance of the highway's infrastructure.
Check the quality of contractor work on site, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and addressing any sub-standard work.
Support the highway claims procedure by collecting information and evidence, and attend court as a witness when required.
Manage and respond to emergency situations and keep updated with current legislation and good highway maintenance practices.Required Skills & Qualifications:

Highway Safety Inspection C & G 6033 with Lantra skills card.
Experience in carrying out Highway Inspections.
GCSEs in Maths, English, Science, and Computer Skills; plus 2 A Levels or NVQ Level 3/ONC in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of Highway Law (Highways Act 1980), Health and Safety regulations, and codes of good practice.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritising a varying workload in a busy office environment.
Desirable: Knowledge of Highway Asset Management good practice, traffic signs regulations, NRSWA, and Health & Safety.To apply for the Highway Inspection Officer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications