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Highway Maintenance Officer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Huntingdon - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
22 September 2026 (3 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
20 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
5-6 months contract with a local authority
Rate: 250 per day umbrella
Summary
- This role involves a 5-6 month contract with a local authority offering a daily rate of 250 under an umbrella arrangement. The primary responsibility is to supervise and manage highway maintenance operations ensuring the network is kept safe and functional for local communities. The position supports the execution of reactive preventative and routine maintenance programs across various infrastructures including footways carriageways cycle paths drainage systems and public rights of way.
Responsibilities
- Perform regular inspections of the highway network to identify defects and maintenance needs.
- Accurately document findings using appropriate systems and procedures.
- Ensure adherence to statutory obligations for highway maintenance.
- Investigate reported highway issues and develop maintenance recommendations.
- Conduct site visits measurements surveys and fact-finding missions.
- Assist with detailed investigations as needed such as drainage surveys trial holes and road core assessments.
Requirements:
- Essential Experience Required
- Background in highways maintenance civil engineering construction or a related field.
- Proven ability to work independently achieving objectives while managing multiple priorities.
- Experience in problem-solving and implementing effective solutions.
- Background in highways maintenance civil engineering construction or a related field.
- Essential Qualifications Required
- A-Level NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent qualification.
- HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering Highways Construction or a related discipline.
- A-Level NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent qualification.
Additional Information
- Working hours are 37 hours per week with flexibility between 0700 and 1900.
- The contract extends until March 2027.
- A valid driving license and DVLA web check are required.
- The role is operational with four days per week spent in the County or office.
- Payments are processed bi-weekly.
- The application deadline is approaching so please apply promptly.
Required Skills:
To oversee and manage highway maintenance activities ensuring the highway network is maintained to a safe and serviceable standard for the benefit of local communities
Required Education:
To oversee and manage highway maintenance activities ensuring the highway network is maintained to a safe and serviceable standard for the benefit of local communities
