Streetworks Inspector

Job Title: Streetworks Inspector
Salary: £31537 - £33699 per annum
37 Hours per Week
Permanent

As a Highway Authority, Worcestershire County Council (WCC) has responsibility for co-ordinating all works on the highway network of Worcestershire. Both WCC and undertakers are required to give notice to each other of their intended works. This process is aimed at assessing the impact on any works to minimise disruption to traffic networks and any foreseeable inconvenience which could be caused to street/road users.

WCC carries out these duties under the New Roads & Street Works Act (NRSWA) / Traffic Management Act (TMA) 2004 taking action to ensure compliance by all works promoters

All works promoters are required to apply for a permit from the highway authority and WCC issues these through the joint permit scheme West and Shires Permit scheme (WaSP)

Our Street Works team are looking for a dynamic individual that is a good team player with good communication skills to fill the role of the Streetworks Inspector. The successful applicant will carry out reinstatement inspections on Utility and Private Undertaker openings in the Highway, issue Reinstatement Defects and follow the process through to completion and monitor sites throughout the guarantee period. Experience working in a similar fast-paced environment and a good working knowledge of Aurora would be an advantage also have a sound understanding of current Street Works Registers and the use of handheld inspection devices would be beneficial.

For further information please contact: Lauren Montgomery LMontgomery@worcestershire.gov.uk

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 28/08/2026
Anticipated Interview Date: 10/09/2026