Streetworks Inspector – Admin & Clerical – #OR109097

Job Description

Somerset Council is seeking an experienced Streetworks Inspector for a remote-based contract role paying £23.00–£31.10 per hour, starting 17 August 2026.

In this role you will inspect live street works and completed reinstatements across Somerset, ensuring compliance with NRSWA, permit conditions, the Specification for the Reinstatement of Openings in Highways (SROH), and the Safety at Street Works & Road Works Code of Practice.

Key responsibilities include inspecting live work sites and completed reinstatements; identifying defective works and issuing remedial instructions; recording inspection outcomes using handheld devices and systems such as Confirm and Street Manager, with accurate mapping and photo evidence; checking diversion routes and temporary traffic management for compliance; carrying out post-closure inspections; supporting coordinators and statutory undertakers with site-based advice; engaging professionally with the public and partners on complaints and enquiries; and providing evidence for enforcement processes including overrunning works (s.74).

Ideal candidates will be Street Works Supervisor qualified, possess strong geographic knowledge of Somerset, confident working largely unsupervised across a large number of sites daily, and comfortable engaging directly with statutory undertakers and members of the public.

This is a remote-based role requiring significant travel across the county. If you have the relevant qualifications and experience, please get in touch today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.