Structures Inspector in Warrington

At BES Group, we pride ourselves on being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. Our job is to help keep our customers' assets legally compliant, operational, and safe. We do this with a team of the very best people.

Our infrastructure division is crucial to the safety of key civil infrastructure across the UK and beyond. Our specialist team are experts in inspecting critical structures such as railway bridges and accessing challenging locations. From abseiling to diving, our team’s skills enable us to support our customers in a range of environments.

As a Structures Inspector for XEIAD, part of BES Infrastructure, you ensure our clients’ infrastructure is safe for use and fit for purpose. You will be responsible for the successful completion of Structural Inspections, Investigations and Surveys on a wide range of infrastructure civil engineering assets across the highways sector.

You Will

• Use specialist access to inspect and examine a variety of structures throughout the UK in accordance with the required technical standards/specifications.
• Lead the safe and successful delivery of Structural Inspections, Investigations and Surveys.
• Support pre-work planning activities including attendance at pre-site visits, liaison with landowners, agents or contractors, review and acceptance of proposed safe systems of work.
• Prepare inspection reports, including the production of drawings within CAD.
• Work as part of a growing team on railway infrastructure.

Compensation and Benefits

• A starting salary of up to £42,245 (dependent on experience and competency level).
• Use of a company van, for work purposes.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Life cover.
• Annual salary review.
• 24 days annual leave rising to 25 days after 4 years’ service plus 8 bank holidays.
• Access to our buy holiday scheme.
• Opportunity for flexible working.
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Discounts and savings via our employee benefits portal.
• Health and wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Companywide volunteering scheme.
• Fundraising and charity support.

To Join Our Team, You Will Need

• Experience in a Structures Inspection role.
• Knowledge/awareness of industry standards under the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB).
• Familiarity with CS450 and the Inspection Manual for Highways Structures.
• Good knowledge of and progression towards the Senior or Inspector level qualification under the Bridge Inspector Certification Scheme (BICS).
• Experience in the use of asset management software, including IAMIS, AGILE, Bridge Station or equivalent platforms.
• Experience using local authority and BCI inspection report forms.
• Degree/HNC/HND in civil or structures engineering (desirable).
• Be prepared to travel and work nationwide.
• The ability to work at height and within confined spaces.
• Full UK Driving license.

We Want You to Be You

Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay. Our team is made up of skilled and talented people, and we want our people to be their true authentic selves at work. We are committed to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

Go for it

Research suggests that some people tend to only apply for roles if they meet all requirements. If you don’t meet every point above but still feel you could help make a difference, please apply—you might be exactly what we’re looking for.

How to apply

To apply for this role, click “Apply”. We ask for basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile. Successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

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