- Full Time
- Permanent
- Reading
- Posted 1 hour ago
- £33,699 to £39,152 Per year
- Closes: 24 June 2026
About the Role
As a Highways Inspector, you will undertake routine and reactive inspections across the highway network, identify defects, monitor street works activities, and ensure compliance with relevant highways legislation. You will work closely with utility companies, contractors, developers and internal stakeholders to help deliver a safe and efficient highway service.
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out highway safety inspections and defect investigations.
- Monitoring and inspecting street works and highway activities in accordance with the New Roads and Street Works Act.
- Identifying safety issues and arranging appropriate remedial actions.
- Investigating highway-related accident claims and maintaining accurate records.
- Managing licences including scaffolding and hoarding permits.
- Responding to enquiries from residents, councillors and other stakeholders.
- Supporting the delivery of highway maintenance and asset management objectives.
About You
You will have experience working within a highways maintenance, street works or similar operational environment, with a good understanding of highway inspection processes and relevant legislation. You’ll be confident in identifying and assessing defects, making informed decisions and taking appropriate action to ensure the safety and integrity of the highway network. A recognised Highway Inspector qualification, or a willingness to work towards one, is desirable, along with a current UK driving licence.
We’re looking for someone with excellent communication and customer service skills who can build positive working relationships with residents, contractors, utility companies and colleagues. You’ll be organised, self‑motivated and able to manage a varied workload, often working independently and using your initiative to resolve issues. Most importantly, you’ll take pride in delivering a high‑quality service and be committed to helping maintain a safe and efficient highway network for everyone who uses it.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Benefits
- Generous holiday entitlement – 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years’ service, with the option to buy additional leave.
- A wide range of flexible working opportunities.
- Modern working environment at 19 Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Life Assurance – three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS).
- On‑site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.
- Season Ticket Loan – a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.
- Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.
Our Offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
For more information on this position please contact Richard Ponchaud, Highway Asset Manager on richard.ponchaud@reading.gov.uk.
Closing Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interview Setup: In person at 19 Bennet Road, Reading, RG2 0QX
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