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Highways Inspector

Role Overview This workload includes highways maintenance, highways safety inspections, Highways Act enforcement, reaction to highways emergency events, environmental improvements and acting as a public interface for…

Contract type Contract
Posted 14 July 2026

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Role Overview

This workload includes highways maintenance, highways safety inspections, Highways Act enforcement, reaction to highways emergency events, environmental improvements and acting as a public interface for all highways services.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage and take ownership of a designated geographical area as part of a Local Highways team responsible for maintaining and improving a quarter of the county's highway network.

* Prioritise and deliver engineering solutions based on highway safety, serviceability, asset condition, and the needs of the travelling public.

* Undertake highways inspections and assessments to identify defects, maintenance requirements, and potential safety risks.

* Coordinate and oversee highways maintenance activities to ensure the network remains safe and operational.

* Respond to and manage highway emergency incidents, including severe weather events, road traffic damage, flooding, and other network disruptions.

* Investigate and progress enforcement matters under the Highways Act, including issues relating to obstructions, encroachments, and highway protection.

* Support and deliver environmental improvement initiatives within the highway network and public realm.

* Act as a key point of contact for residents, elected members, parish councils, contractors, utility companies, and other stakeholders, providing professional advice and customer-focused solutions.

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