Highways Inspector
CV-LibraryGrimsby, North East LincolnshirecontractPosted: 29 May 2026
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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.
Referral Reward
OnRecruit is offering £250 for every successful candidate referral.
If you know someone suitable for this role, refer them and receive a reward for each successful placement.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below and we will be in touch
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.
Referral Reward
OnRecruit is offering £250 for every successful candidate referral.
If you know someone suitable for this role, refer them and receive a reward for each successful placement.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below and we will be in touch