Job Introduction
BCP Council have a vacancy for a Highway Inspector to join our Highways Team.
The role will involve the undertaking of cyclic inspections of the public highway and the actioning of enquiries, supporting the Highway Inspection Team Manager.
You will have an exceptional knowledge of the responsibilities of a local authority in the maintenance of the public highway, with experience in using data capturing software used to undertake inspections.
You will be customer focused and have proven experience of being able to manage your own workload, able to support wider council teams with their services and an organised approach to work planning and prioritisation.
You will need to be a clear and confident communicator; this role will involve a significant amount of time supporting our residents with their concerns. Experience of supporting customer enquiries and managing expectations from members of the public is key to the role.
You will be required to maintain records and have a good working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite of programmes.
Candidates will need to refer to the Job Description (JD) and complete an in-depth supporting statement, with examples where you meet the criteria within the Person Specification
The role will involve both walked and driven inspections on the public highway, undertaking the works during all weathers.
Applicants must hold a class B driving licence.
For an informal discussion please contact Team Manager – Jody Twidale, jody.twidale@bcpcouncil.gov.uk or 01202 127624
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
Our Benefits
We offer an excellent benefits package to colleagues. Find out more on our website.
As a result of the creation of BCP Council in 2019, we are working on simplifying our terms and conditions of service and will be creating a single pay structure which is to be applicable for all employees. It is important to us that we offer benefits that our colleagues value as part of their total employment package and we are reviewing these to make sure we have it right. We are in the process of establishing a timescale for implementation and colleagues joining us will be included in these changes. This is expected to be in place in 2025.
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