We are seeking a Highways Inspector to join our team covering Central London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a highways, construction, utilities, civil engineering or operational background, or for an individual looking to build a long-term career within the highways sector. As a Highways Inspector, you'll be responsible for carrying out scheduled inspections across London's highway network, identifying defects, recording findings, and ensuring assets meet required safety and operational standards.
Working independently, you'll travel directly from home to your allocated inspection route and complete foot-based inspections across Central London using company-provided technology
Duties
- Conduct routine highway inspections across Central London.
- Identify and record defects, safety issues and maintenance requirements.
- Capture photographic evidence and upload inspection data using a smartphone or tablet.
- Complete detailed reports accurately and efficiently.
- Carry out inspections on foot, covering approximately 6-8km per route.
- Adhere to all health, safety and operational procedures.
- Undertake occasional driven inspections using a company vehicle.
Person Specification
- A full UK driving licence.
- The ability to work independently and confidently as a lone worker.
- Good IT skills and confidence using mobile devices and apps.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- The physical capability to walk significant distances daily in all weather conditions.
- Previous highways, construction, utilities or operational experience would be advantageous but is not essential
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time - 40 - Monday to Friday
Fairness Inclusion & Respect
Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at Ringway is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team.
Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.
Ringway recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.
Highways Inspector employer: Ringway
Ringway is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. Located in the picturesque Birchanger area, employees benefit from a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, alongside opportunities for growth within the street lighting and electrical sector. With a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, working at Ringway means being part of a team that makes a meaningful impact on local infrastructure.
