Highways Safety Inspector
CV-LibraryWellingborough, NorthamptonshirecontractPosted: 29 July 2026
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A well-established highways maintenance contractor is seeking an experienced Highways Safety Inspector to support the safe operation and maintenance of the local highway network. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy team responsible for ensuring the network remains safe for all users.
Your new role
As a Highways Safety Inspector, you will play a key role in monitoring highway conditions, identifying defects, and ensuring appropriate action is taken to maintain network safety.
Key responsibilities include:
Undertaking routine and reactive highway safety inspections
Identifying and recording defects in line with inspection standards
Responding to emergency incidents and supporting operational teams
Providing front-line support to stakeholders and members of the public
Preparing accurate inspection records and reports
Liaising with delivery teams to ensure remedial works are completed
Promoting safe working practices and compliance with health and safety requirements
What you'll need to succeed
LANTRA Highway Safety Inspector qualification
Experience in highway maintenance and emergency response environments
Strong IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate records
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to analyse information and resolve problems effectively
Confidence working with stakeholders, customers, and members of the public
Professional, diplomatic, and approachable manner
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
A well-established highways maintenance contractor is seeking an experienced Highways Safety Inspector to support the safe operation and maintenance of the local highway network. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy team responsible for ensuring the network remains safe for all users.
Your new role
As a Highways Safety Inspector, you will play a key role in monitoring highway conditions, identifying defects, and ensuring appropriate action is taken to maintain network safety.
Key responsibilities include:
Undertaking routine and reactive highway safety inspections
Identifying and recording defects in line with inspection standards
Responding to emergency incidents and supporting operational teams
Providing front-line support to stakeholders and members of the public
Preparing accurate inspection records and reports
Liaising with delivery teams to ensure remedial works are completed
Promoting safe working practices and compliance with health and safety requirements
What you'll need to succeed
LANTRA Highway Safety Inspector qualification
Experience in highway maintenance and emergency response environments
Strong IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate records
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to analyse information and resolve problems effectively
Confidence working with stakeholders, customers, and members of the public
Professional, diplomatic, and approachable manner
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)