Bridge Inspector

Bridge Inspector

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Bridge Inspector to join our Operational team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional looking to further develop their structural inspection knowledge, programme management capabilities, and leadership experience within a dynamic environment.

Reporting to the Inspections Manager, you will be responsible for undertaking Principal and General Inspections in accordance with CS450 standards. The role combines both office and site-based responsibilities, including planning inspections, carrying out surveys, producing detailed reports, and supporting junior team members.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring inspections are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

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• Undertake General and Principal Inspections on a range of structures
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• Carry out desktop studies and site surveys on structures
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• Prepare and review RAMS documentation for inspections
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• Promote and maintain safe working practices in line with company Health & Safety policies
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• Organise plant, equipment, and inspection materials
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• Produce inspection reports using systems such as Bridgestation, BCI forms, and traditional handwritten methods
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• Monitor inspection progress against programme and cost targets
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• Support KPI, QA, and reporting compliance to maintain high client satisfaction
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• Lead inspection teams and deliver site briefings
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• Supervise and mentor junior inspectors where appropriate
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• Assist with weak bridge monitoring activities
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• Attend and support network incidents and emergency response activities when required
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About You

We are looking for someone who is:

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• Professional, reliable, and safety conscious
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• An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
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• Able to work independently and lead small teams effectively
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• Adaptable, proactive, and resourceful
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• Passionate about learning, development, and sharing knowledge with others
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Essential Skills & Experience

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• Minimum 5 years' experience scheduling, planning, and undertaking structures inspections
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• Experience preparing detailed inspection reports
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• Strong understanding of: Principal defects, concrete defects, steel defects, masonry defects, miscellaneus material defects
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• Experience producing defect sketches and diagrams
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• Full clean UK Driving Licence
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• First Aid qualification
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• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
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Desirable Qualifications & Certifications

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• Confined Space Certificate
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• Personal Track Safety (PTS) Certificate
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• Civil Engineering qualification (ONC minimum, HNC/HND preferred)
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Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of structures projects while developing your technical expertise and leadership skills within a supportive team environment.

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