Bridge Inspector

An exciting job opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bridge Inspector to come and join a busy client in the Blackpool area on a long term contract basis.

The main duties of the experienced Bridge Inspector are:

• Carry out General, Special and Monitoring Inspections of highway structures, including:
• Bridges
• Retaining walls
• Rural footbridges
• High mast lighting columns
• Identify, assess and record structural defects and condition information.
• Access all areas of structures where required, including carrying survey equipment on site.
• Input and retrieve information using highway asset management systems and databases.
• Assist with the management of the General Inspection programme.
• Support the development of capital and reactive maintenance programmes.
• Contribute to asset management plans and policies for the maintenance and renewal of highway infrastructure.
• Liaise with clients, design teams, structure owners and external organisations regarding highway structures.
• Work with organisations such as Network Rail, National Highways, English Heritage and Canal & River Trust where required.
• Undertake on-site supervision of contractors and statutory undertakers.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with relevant standards, specifications and procedures.
• Assist with resolving queries relating to bridge ownership and maintenance.
• Manage and respond to correspondence relating to highway structures.
• Work independently on site, including lone working where required.
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively to deadlines and competing priorities.
• Undertake relevant professional development and training.

We are looking for someone with experience in:

• BICS Lantra Bridge Inspector Certification Scheme or an equivalent ADEPT-approved qualification, or relevant technical training and experience.
• A relevant vocational qualification or substantial practical experience in a related technical discipline.
• Experience within civil engineering, construction, surveying, buildings or a similar environment.
• Practical experience of highway structures inspection and/or asset management.
• Knowledge of relevant highway bridge inspection standards, guidance and procedures, including:
• oInspection Manual for Highway Structures
• oWell-Managed Highway Infrastructure
• oCS450
• Experience using specialist IT systems, databases and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use basic survey equipment.
• CSCS card.
• Personal Track Safety (PTS) certificate.
• Recognised First Aid certificate.
• Confined Space certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Confidence working independently and following lone-working procedures.
• Good communication skills and the ability to liaise professionally with clients, contractors, members of the public and other stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to professional development and continuous learning.
• A full UK driving licence.

Key requirements for the role:

• The role involves regular outdoor and site-based work, including accessing highway structures and carrying inspection equipment.
• A reasonable level of physical fitness is therefore required.
• You must be comfortable working independently on site.
• A full driving licence is essential, with a suitable vehicle provided for work-related travel.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Harriet Simmonds at Carrington West on (phone number removed).

FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Drainage & Infrastructure professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Harriet at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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