Highways Inspector

Highways Inspector - East London - £28.57 per hour umbrella An East London Local Authority is looking for an experienced Highways/Streetworks Inspector to monitor utility and contractor works, ensuring compliance with…

Engineering
Pay rate £28.57/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 10 September 2026

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Highways Inspector - East London - £28.57 per hour umbrella

An East London Local Authority is looking for an experienced Highways/Streetworks Inspector to monitor utility and contractor works, ensuring compliance with NRSWA, permit conditions, traffic management requirements and local highway standards.

The Role

Inspect road, pavement and street works and assess reinstatements.
Monitor permits, traffic management, signage and site safety.
Identify defects and non-compliance and support enforcement, including Fixed Penalty Notices.
Investigate complaints relating to roadworks and highway occupation.
Support TTROs, Temporary Traffic Notices, road closures, events and filming.
Liaise with utilities, contractors, highways teams and the public.
Record inspections using GIS and street works management systems.
Requirements

Previous highways/streetworks inspection experience.
NRSWA Street Works Supervisor accreditation.
Lantra Sector 12D.
Good knowledge of NRSWA, permit schemes and highway regulations.
Strong communication and report-writing skills.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to work outdoors

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