This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Council's Highway Asset Management Team.
The purpose of the role is to carry out Highway inspections to identify areas requiring works, liaise with utility companies and members of the public in Highway related matters.
Although previous experience as a Highway Inspector is desirable it is not essential as training will be provided.
You should have approximately 3 years’ experience in the construction industry including an understanding of Highway Maintenance techniques including reinstatements.
You will also have knowledge and experience of Health and Safety working on the Highway.
For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile.
N.B: Provisional Interview dates for this post will be W/C 13th July 2026
The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:
- 32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase - additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time working)
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
- Flexi-time scheme
- Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
- Staff equality forums
- Green Car Leasing Scheme
- Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
- Physiotherapy service
- Confidential counselling service
- Great wellbeing offer
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
- Local and National retailer discounts
- Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
- Arriva Employee Travel Club
For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our Why work for us internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-for-us/
Find out further information about us and what it’s like to work for our great team by visiting the Jobs and Careers home page.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/
General Information for Applicants:
For a further informal discussion and any queries around the role profile and job itself please contact Melanie Emmerson – Senior Highways Inspector on 01325 406642 or [email protected]
If you have any further questions regarding applying for this role or the questions , please contact the HR Support team on 01325 403217 or [email protected].
https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/contactus
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We are an equal opportunities' employer. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We aim to interview any applicant who declares a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.
