Highways Inspector – Ensure Road Safety

About the role

The Coast Partnership Ltd is seeking a Highways Inspector to join its team responsible for the inspection, maintenance and management of major highway networks across the UK. You will play a vital role in keeping the road network safe and in good condition.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine, cyclical and ad‑hoc inspections of the assigned geographical area, both driven and on foot.
• Identify defects that pose a risk to highway users and propose appropriate rectification solutions.
• Raise and close work items in the asset management system, assigning the correct priority.
• Use mobile devices on site to record inspections and update work orders daily.
• Inspect own and third‑party works at all construction stages to ensure compliance with safety specifications.
• Assist the Duty Road Manager with permit submissions, traffic management plan reviews and site meetings.
• Conduct regular health and safety audits for internal and external workforces.
• Support the management team in reviewing programmes, method statements and risk assessments, especially during pre‑construction phases.
• Cover night‑shift supervisor duties when required.

Required profile

• NRSWA Supervisor or Highways Inspector qualification.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in highway maintenance or construction.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate records.
• Immediate availability for interview.

Required skills

• Asset management system usage.
• Traffic management plan review.
• Health and safety audit execution.