Your new company You'll be working for a Tier 1 highways contractor delivering inspection and maintenance services across the local highway network. The organisation operates at scale, with established systems, clear processes and long-term contracts, providing a stable pipeline of work and strong site support. Your new role As a Highways Safety Inspector, you'll be responsible for inspecting the highway network and identifying safety issues to help keep road users safe.You'll be involved in: Carrying out highway safety inspections (walked, driven and some computer-based). Identifying and recording defects across roads, footways and other highway assets. Raising jobs for repairs and following them through the system. Reviewing and closing customer enquiries linked to inspections. Supporting enforcement activity where required, including issuing notices. Providing inspection records to support claims and attending court if needed. Working with maintenance, street works and inspection teams. Attending site visits and team meetings as required. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in highway inspections or a similar highways role. A good understanding of common highway defects and safety risks. Ability to work independently and manage your own workload. Knowledge of the local road network would be an advantage. Lantra and/or NRSWA qualifications A full UK driving licence is essential. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Your new company You'll be working for a Tier 1 highways contractor delivering inspection and maintenance services across the local highway network. The organisation operates at scale, with established systems, clear processes and long-term contracts, providing a stable pipeline of work and strong site support. Your new role As a Highways Safety Inspector, you'll be responsible for inspecting the highway network and identifying safety issues to help keep road users safe.You'll be involved in: Carrying out highway safety inspections (walked, driven and some computer-based). Identifying and recording defects across roads, footways and other highway assets. Raising jobs for repairs and following them through the system. Reviewing and closing customer enquiries linked to inspections. Supporting enforcement activity where required, including issuing notices. Providing inspection records to support claims and attending court if needed. Working with maintenance, street works and inspection teams. Attending site visits and team meetings as required. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in highway inspections or a similar highways role. A good understanding of common highway defects and safety risks. Ability to work independently and manage your own workload. Knowledge of the local road network would be an advantage. Lantra and/or NRSWA qualifications A full UK driving licence is essential. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
About the Role We are currently seeking a Permitting Officer to join the Public Realm Division. You'll play a key role in ensuring compliance with the London Permit Scheme (LoPS), supporting the smooth coordination of road and street works, and helping minimise disruption to the borough's highway network. Working closely with the Senior Permitting Officer, Streetworks Inspectors and statutory undertakers, you will validate and process permit applications, address noncompliance through the asset management software, and contribute to ongoing service improvement projects across the division. This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £28 - £30 per hour - negotiable for the right candidate and dependant on experience. Flexible working arrangements and working from home options are available. Key Responsibilities Permit Compliance & Monitoring Validate and process permit applications in line with LoPS and the Code of Practice for Permits. Identify irregularities and communicate with Works Promoters through EToN. Apply and verify permit model conditions to ensure effective control of streetworks. Record noncompliance under relevant legislation (e.g., Traffic Management Act 2004, NRSWA 1991). Assist in issuing Fixed Penalty Notices where required. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a streetworks, permitting or highways environment. Strong knowledge of the London Permit Scheme and its technical/legal requirements. Ability to plan, manage and prioritise multiple projects and deadlines. For a full description and further information on the role, please call Ilya Donets at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url 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, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 25+ years experience in this market. Please call Ilya at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Apr 10, 2026
Contractor
About the Role We are currently seeking a Permitting Officer to join the Public Realm Division. You'll play a key role in ensuring compliance with the London Permit Scheme (LoPS), supporting the smooth coordination of road and street works, and helping minimise disruption to the borough's highway network. Working closely with the Senior Permitting Officer, Streetworks Inspectors and statutory undertakers, you will validate and process permit applications, address noncompliance through the asset management software, and contribute to ongoing service improvement projects across the division. This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £28 - £30 per hour - negotiable for the right candidate and dependant on experience. Flexible working arrangements and working from home options are available. Key Responsibilities Permit Compliance & Monitoring Validate and process permit applications in line with LoPS and the Code of Practice for Permits. Identify irregularities and communicate with Works Promoters through EToN. Apply and verify permit model conditions to ensure effective control of streetworks. Record noncompliance under relevant legislation (e.g., Traffic Management Act 2004, NRSWA 1991). Assist in issuing Fixed Penalty Notices where required. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a streetworks, permitting or highways environment. Strong knowledge of the London Permit Scheme and its technical/legal requirements. Ability to plan, manage and prioritise multiple projects and deadlines. For a full description and further information on the role, please call Ilya Donets at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url 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, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 25+ years experience in this market. Please call Ilya at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
