About the role
This is a 12 month fix terms contract opportunity.
We are seeking a dedicated Technician/Highways Inspector to join our network team initially on a 12 month fix term contract working on the A30/A35 DBFO Maintenance contract in Rockbeare, Exeter.
This is a dynamic role where you’ll be responsible for a range of tasks, including conducting network inspections, supervising maintenance and subcontractor works, and supporting the operations team with road space bookings and works instructions. You will also play a key role in winter maintenance, including on-call decision-making for gritting activities.
What you’ll be doing

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Conduct network inspections to identify defects.
Create work orders based on identified works and defects.
Assist with the maintenance of the defect database.
Contribute to the production of the works programme.
Liaise with the public and third parties as required.
Perform network safety inspections.
Undertake routine and specialist surveys, including lighting patrols.
Supervise works undertaken by the workforce and subcontractors.
Assist with producing road traffic orders (TTRO/ETTRO).
Conduct site audits and field inspections.
Be part of the out-of-hours Duty Officer rota for Winter Maintenance and Emergency Response.
Coordinate with National Highways and Local Authorities.
Manage road space and network occupancy requirements.
Assist in the management of abnormal loads, if applicable.
Help with the production of Carbon Calculator and Environmental KPIs.

ROLE-SPECIFIC TRAINING:

Winter Maintenance Decision Maker Training.
Road Space Bookings Training.
Who we’re looking for

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Health and safety-focused.
• Adaptable to changing situations.
• Excellent team player.
• Reliable and willing to learn.
• Strong work ethic with pride in their work.
• Honest and acts with integrity.
• Customer-facing with a positive attitude.
• Professional conduct at all times.
• Strong communication skills.
• IT literate.
• Full UK driving license.

Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more