Highways Inspector
Manchester City Council
Working Hours: 14 hours per week Contract Type: Part-Time, Permanent Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance Closing Date: 17 May 2026 Closing time: 11.59pm Interview Method: Face to Face We have an exciting opportunity to become part of the Network Management team within the Highways team. You will be carrying out full visual inspections on live roadworks in line with the GMRAPS scheme inspections. You will be required to plan your routes and schedules in order to maximise your daily inspections and provide day to day support and query resolution to the Permit Officers, Co-ordinator and Management. Manage day to day coordination tasks- i.e. Early entry, traffic management with the statutory undertakers- Liaising with the Traffic and Events officer where required and ensure compliance with all necessary Highways systems and processes and to undertake any other inspections as required such as Section 74, 3rd Party, FPNs and Permit conditions. You will also be required to undertake such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the level of the post. You should be computer literate with some experience in Microsoft Office software as well as possessing a full Driving licence and use of your own car for business purposes Manchester City Council is leading the way in transforming services in the public sector and we are looking for talented people to join us. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of Manchester, to play a part in the delivery of improvements, and to be part of our journey in one of the most dynamic centres in Europe. The Event and Network Coordination Team assess and approve any proposed works on the Manchester City Council Network via the Greater Manchester Road Activity Permit Scheme and you will be working in one of three designated area's: The City Centre and Key Route Network, North and Central Manchester and the Airport and South Manchester. The role advertised is a position in the South of Manchester and Airport Area. The team work to promote Manchester as a place to live, work and visit; facilitating development and investment in the city centre, and encouraging businesses to relocate here, supporting the creation of new jobs, homes, infrastructure (including transport infrastructure) and facilities. The team works with a wide range of partners in the public and private sector, and other local and national stakeholders, to ensure an integrated and comprehensive approach to achieving Highways objectives. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. You will also have excellent written and verbal communication and influencing skills; a track record of building effective partnerships and working with senior managers and Elected Members; the ability to understand, assimilate and communicate complex information in a non-technical way; and be able to work well under pressure. The ideal candidate must possess strong IT skills, be able to use their initiative, prioritise own workload and have the ability to work as part of team in a fast paced environment. Communication Skills: Is able to effectively transfer key and complex information to all levels of staff, adapting the style of communication as necessary and ensuring that this information is understood. Analytical Skills: Ability to absorb, understand and quickly assimilate moderately complex information and concepts and compare information from a number of different sources. Ability to engage with stakeholders to identify information needs and to know how to go about obtaining the relevant information. Planning& Organising: Demonstrate the ability to organize multiple tasks in the most effective way, and allocate time and energy according to task complexity and priority. Problem Solving and Decision Making: Is able to make effective decisions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of decisions, demonstrating sound judgement in escalating issues where necessary. Creative Skills: Ability to think creatively and provide innovative solutions to problems. Has ability to develop new approaches to finding solutions outside of existing parameters. Research and Intelligence: Ability to research information from a variety of different sources and present in a variety of formats. Administrative Skills: Ability to develop and maintain effective systems in a rapidly changing environment. ICT Skills: Ability to use multiple applications, systems and associated software packages A background in network coordination and knowledge of specific highways legislation is desirable but not essential We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: Benefits we offer Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below: If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application. When You Join Us We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering: For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk. What we will need from you if you’re successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include: These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve. Other relevant information We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role. For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Calculate your take home pay. 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If you have the required skills and/or background to successfully undertake this role we look forward to hearing from you.
We are looking for individuals ideally with a highways background and experience of works coordination along with experience in stakeholder and contractor engagement.
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Location
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Job ID
7641
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