Highways Inspector

Company description:

Amey Group Information Services Limited

Job description:

Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Highways Inspector to join our NMC SW account in Dumfries.

Our NMC SW account is working in partnership with Transport Scotland Southwest since August 2020, we are responsible for inspections, cyclical maintenance, asset management, scheme delivery as well as winter maintenance and incident response.

The team are first on the scene to assist road users on the road network, deliver engineering design and operational delivery services for more than 600 kilometres of road and 1,650 structures enabling reliable journey times and a high level of customer care for the people and businesses that use these roads every day.

By ensuring our roads and highways are well-maintained through all-weather seasons and traffic incidents, we aim to create well-functioning, safe spaces which minimise disruption, keep people moving and support thriving communities.

The Highways Inspector plays an important part in the collection of data relating to safety and future improvements to safeguard the travelling public, client and Amey.

The standard hours of work are 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

You will be responsible for:

• Carrying out inspections in accordance with the Well-Maintained Highways Code of General Practice
• Ensuring contract compliance on data quality management issues
• Developing timely and accurate reports and assisting with project administration as required
• Complying with the relevant health and safety legislation
• Liaising with the OCR and staff to ensure planning, operations and works are completed on time
• Dealing with planning applications which will have an impact on the Trunk Road Network
• Communication with teams to provide evidence in the defence of third-party claims
• Assisting with the establishment and implementation of a programme of inspections and investigations
• Attending court to assist with the rebuttal of claims against the Highway Authority

What makes this role unique is if you join our team, you’ll have the chance to focus on the parts of your role your most enjoy. You will be working closely with clients to build relationships, have the opportunity to develop additional skills and leadership capabilities through comprehensive training Amey offers. Our environment is one of collaboration and support where the direction of your career is led by you.

We want to hear from you if you are:

• Self-motivated to be able to work alone and prioritise your workload under pressure
• An excellent communicator to be able to manage stakeholders at all levels
• Confident in your management of the trunk road routes
• Got a good eye for detail and presentation skills

Ideally you will be qualified in relevant Inspectors courses, including defect identification, monitoring, and recording and Personal Highway Safety (PHS) certified. Due to the nature of the role, it is essential for you to hold CSCS touch screen health and safety, although this is not essential as full training can also be provided.  Full driving licence is also required.

In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have qualifications specifically defined by clients including Professional Membership were deemed appropriate to help you hit the ground running, although this is not essential as we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed.

What we offer you

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program:

• Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan
• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
• Social Value - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!