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Bridges Inspector - Scotland Competitive Salary, Generous Benefits Package Prime Workforce:
Your Exclusive Partner for Engineering Excellence with BEAR Scotland Prime Workforce, a premier recruitment agency specialising in the construction, engineering, and manufacturing sectors across Scotland and the UK, is proud to partner exclusively with BEAR Scotland. About BEAR Scotland BEAR Scotland is a trusted alliance between three renowned companies - Vinci, Jacobs, and Breedon. Together, they manage two of Scotland's four Trunk Road Maintenance Contracts (South-East & North-West) for Transport Scotland. The Opportunity We are seeking a talented Bridge Inspector to join BEAR Scotland's Bridges Team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the safety and maintenance of some of Scotland's most iconic bridges and structures, including the Queensferry Crossing, Forth Road Bridge, Kincardine Bridge, and Clackmannanshire Bridge. Key Responsibilities As a Bridge Inspector, reporting to the Inspection Manager, you will: Assist in the planning and delivery of BEAR Scotland's Major Bridges Inspection Programmes. Support the delivery of key performance indicators (KPIs) for Major Bridge Inspection Teams. Conduct a variety of inspections, including: General, Principal, and Safety Inspections Close & Visual, Monitoring, and Special Inspections Access Inspections and inspections for complex components such as bearings, cables, anchorages, and other critical elements. Perform detailed investigations of defects in steel, concrete, and other materials. Assist with access planning, equipment coordination, and resource allocation for inspections. Prepare detailed inspection reports, including drawings/sketches to document findings. Contribute to the ongoing development of the Major Bridges management system (Pearl). Develop Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for major bridge activities. Work towards gaining Lantra Bridge Inspector Certification Scheme (BICS) Inspector and Senior Inspector qualifications. Undertake training in areas such as Working at Height, Confined Spaces, Rescue & First Aid, and other safety protocols. Your Skills and Experience: * A minimum HNC qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. * The academic qualifications required to progress towards professional accreditation with a recognized engineering body, such as ICE EngTech. * Experience in Bridge Inspection (desirable but not essential - full training will be provided). * Lantra BICS Inspector/Senior Inspector certification (desirable, with a requirement to gain certification upon appointment). * Knowledge of health and safety procedures within an engineering context. * A full, current UK driving license. Why Join BEAR Scotland? BEAR Scotland offers the chance to work on some of Scotland's most scenic and challenging road networks, managing over 1962km of trunk roads and 2000+ structures. Benefits include: * A competitive, tailored salary * Pension and life assurance * Up to 34 days' annual leave (plus additional leave purchase options) * BEAR Rewards: Discounts and cashback on shopping * Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 * Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities * A Cycle to Work Scheme * Development and progression opportunities with a structured career path * 2 paid days per year to support the charity of your choice
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Bridges Inspector - Scotland Competitive Salary, Generous Benefits Package Prime Workforce:
Your Exclusive Partner for Engineering Excellence with BEAR Scotland Prime Workforce, a premier recruitment agency specialising in the construction, engineering, and manufacturing sectors across Scotland and the UK, is proud to partner exclusively with BEAR Scotland. About BEAR Scotland BEAR Scotland is a trusted alliance between three renowned companies - Vinci, Jacobs, and Breedon. Together, they manage two of Scotland's four Trunk Road Maintenance Contracts (South-East & North-West) for Transport Scotland. The Opportunity We are seeking a talented Bridge Inspector to join BEAR Scotland's Bridges Team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the safety and maintenance of some of Scotland's most iconic bridges and structures, including the Queensferry Crossing, Forth Road Bridge, Kincardine Bridge, and Clackmannanshire Bridge. Key Responsibilities As a Bridge Inspector, reporting to the Inspection Manager, you will: Assist in the planning and delivery of BEAR Scotland's Major Bridges Inspection Programmes. Support the delivery of key performance indicators (KPIs) for Major Bridge Inspection Teams. Conduct a variety of inspections, including: General, Principal, and Safety Inspections Close & Visual, Monitoring, and Special Inspections Access Inspections and inspections for complex components such as bearings, cables, anchorages, and other critical elements. Perform detailed investigations of defects in steel, concrete, and other materials. Assist with access planning, equipment coordination, and resource allocation for inspections. Prepare detailed inspection reports, including drawings/sketches to document findings. Contribute to the ongoing development of the Major Bridges management system (Pearl). Develop Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for major bridge activities. Work towards gaining Lantra Bridge Inspector Certification Scheme (BICS) Inspector and Senior Inspector qualifications. Undertake training in areas such as Working at Height, Confined Spaces, Rescue & First Aid, and other safety protocols. Your Skills and Experience: * A minimum HNC qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. * The academic qualifications required to progress towards professional accreditation with a recognized engineering body, such as ICE EngTech. * Experience in Bridge Inspection (desirable but not essential - full training will be provided). * Lantra BICS Inspector/Senior Inspector certification (desirable, with a requirement to gain certification upon appointment). * Knowledge of health and safety procedures within an engineering context. * A full, current UK driving license. Why Join BEAR Scotland? BEAR Scotland offers the chance to work on some of Scotland's most scenic and challenging road networks, managing over 1962km of trunk roads and 2000+ structures. Benefits include: * A competitive, tailored salary * Pension and life assurance * Up to 34 days' annual leave (plus additional leave purchase options) * BEAR Rewards: Discounts and cashback on shopping * Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 * Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities * A Cycle to Work Scheme * Development and progression opportunities with a structured career path * 2 paid days per year to support the charity of your choice
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