Bridge Inspector

Bridge Inspector
Location: Greater London
Salary: Competitive, DOE + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Bridge Inspector to join a forward-thinking engineering consultancy experiencing rapid growth. With a diverse and high-profile portfolio spanning major infrastructure projects across the UK, this role is ideal for someone with experience in bridge inspections and a passion for structural integrity and safety.

The Role
As a Bridge Inspector, you'll be involved in diverse inspection projects, from single-span structures for private clients to full network asset management programmes for major infrastructure operators such as Network Rail and National Highways.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out safety, general, principal, special and assessment inspections
• Conducting visual inspections, drone surveys, hammer tap surveys, corrosion and defect assessments
• Using specialist NDT and structural monitoring equipment
• Undertaking inspections in confined spaces, over water, at height or via MEWPs, powerboats, pontoons or rope access
• Supporting stock data reporting and technical reviews
• Assisting in planning and implementing inspection programmes
• Coordinating access, permits, traffic management and liaising with clients and contractors

Essential Requirements

• Relevant civil or structural engineering qualification (e.g. BTEC HNC)
• Experience in inspecting bridges or similar structures
• Strong report writing and documentation skills
• Familiarity with relevant guidance (e.g. CS 450, Inspection Manual for Highway Structures)
• Willingness to gain LANTRA Bridge Inspection Competence Scheme (BICS) certification if not already held
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Certification in PASMA, IPAF, PTS, CSCS, confined spaces, emergency first aid
• Knowledge of CS 462 and BA35/90
• Experience using SMIS, Agile, Bridge Station or other reporting tools
• Rope access or water-based access experience
• Structural assessment and review experience

If interested in this position but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.