Bridge Inspector - Highways
We are currently seeking an experienced Bridge Inspector to support a highways contractor in London with the delivery of bridge inspections across the highway network.
You will be responsible for undertaking Principal and General Inspections of highway bridges, ensuring inspections are completed safely, accurately and in line with client requirements. The role will involve preparing detailed inspection reports, managing your own workload and working to agreed programmes, deadlines and key performance indicators (KPIs).
This is a hands-on opportunity for a Bridge Inspector with experience in highway bridge inspections, who can work independently and is available to undertake night work and antisocial hours when required.
Key Responsibilities
· Undertake Principal and General Inspections of highway bridges.
· Complete accurate bridge inspection reports using the client's preferred formats, including Bridge Station and written reports.
· Ensure inspection reports and deliverables are completed within agreed KPI deadlines.
· Manage your own workload in line with the inspection programme and client requirements.
· Identify and record structural defects, providing clear and accurate inspection findings.
· Work collaboratively with the wider design and inspection team to support programme development and delivery.
· Ensure all bridge inspections are carried out safely and in accordance with relevant procedures and standards.
· Maintain high standards of quality and ensure client objectives and deliverables are met.
· Undertake night work and antisocial hours as required to facilitate inspections and meet operational requirements.
· Carry out additional duties relevant to the role as required.
Candidate Profile
Essential:
· Previous experience undertaking bridge inspections within a highways environment.
· Experience carrying out Principal and General Inspections of highway bridges.
· Ability to prepare clear, accurate and detailed bridge inspection reports.
· Understanding of bridge inspection procedures, structural defect identification and condition assessment.
· Ability to manage your own workload and deliver inspections within agreed programmes and deadlines.
· Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to quality, safety and client requirements.
· Flexibility to undertake night work and antisocial hours when required.
Desirable:
· Experience working on highways maintenance or bridge inspection contracts.
· Familiarity with Bridge Station or similar bridge inspection reporting systems.
· Knowledge of relevant highway bridge inspection standards and procedures.
· Experience working collaboratively within engineering and bridge inspection teams.
For a full description and further information on the role, please call Phoebe Kingston at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
FOOTNOTE:
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Bridges, Structures and Infrastructure professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Phoebe Kingston at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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Salary description
£40.00 - £40.00 per hour