Thurrock Council • Thurrock, Essex, RM176SL RM17 6SL
About this role
Job Title
Highway Inspector
Salary
£39,027 to £44,463 per annum
Grade
E
Permanent Contract
37 Hours per Week
About the Role
We are seeking a committed and reliable individual to join us as a Highway Inspector. The role provides a varied & interesting opportunity to work as a key member of our Highway Inspection Team. Based at our Operations Depot in West Thurrock, the Highway Inspection Team are responsible for delivering our programme of scheduled highway safety inspections, ad-hoc reactive inspections, inspections relating to customer enquiries and Vehicle Crossover application inspections.
Working closely with colleagues in our Reactive Maintenance Team, you should be able to demonstrate your experience of accurately identifying and recording highway defects as per policy, selecting the appropriate volume and type of material and repair method when raising works orders.
As well as carrying out walked and driven inspections, a key element of the role will involve inspecting sites where Vehicle Crossovers (dropped kerbs) have been applied for, liaising with customers and drawing up construction sketches for approved Vehicle Crossovers.
An awareness and experience of traffic management requirements and legislation involved with the reporting of defects associated with utility apparatus on the public highway is an advantage.
This role involves regular driving duties and involves regularly completing walked inspections outdoors in all weather.
Essential Qualifications
It is essential that applicants hold a full current UK/EU driving licence and hold a recognised Highway Inspection qualification.
A work vehicle is provided for use whilst carrying out your duties - but not for personal use or commuting.
DBS Check
Not required for this post.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only)
21st May 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External)
31st May 2026
Interview Date
To Be Confirmed
Additional Information
For specific information regarding these positions, please contact
Luke Love (Operations Manager) or Bryan Betts (Senior Highway Inspector)
Phone
01375 413627
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below
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