Highways Inspector

Company: Bedford Borough Council
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Location: Bedford
Job Description:

Job Summary

The role involves inspecting the public highway as required following reports of possible defects and at agreed frequencies, to maintain the highway in a safe and usable condition to meet the council’s statutory obligations, coordinating routine, cyclical and adhoc inspections.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, collate, report and record information; assess condition of highway network.
  • Recommend remedial works and organise repairs and works.
  • Check compliance with technical standards.
  • Liaise with the Highways Helpdesk, Members, customers and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure efficient and effective delivery of the service to meet assigned Corporate, Directorate, Group and Unit objectives.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bedford Borough Council is a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, and pledges to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.

Employment Terms

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

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Posted: June 5th, 2026