Highways Inspector in Bedford

The job will include inspecting the public highway as required following reports of a possible defect on the highway and at agreed frequencies, to maintain the highway in a safe and usable condition to meet the council’s statutory obligations, coordinating routine, cyclical and adhoc inspections.

It will involve inspecting, collating, reporting and recording information; assessing condition of highway network, recommending remedial works; organising repairs and works and checking compliance with technical standards.

To liaising with the Highways Helpdesk, Members, customers and other stakeholders. To ensure efficient and effective delivery of the service to meet assigned Corporate, Directorate, Group and Unit objectives.

Closing Date: 26th June 2026

Interview Date(s): 8th & 9th July 2026

How to apply

When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below.

Please note:

The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

· a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)

· a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only)

unless the appointment is business critical

For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.