Highway Inspection Team Manager

Make a Visible Difference to Solihull's Highways Network

Solihull Council is looking for an experienced and motivated Highway Inspection Team Manager to lead the team responsible for delivering our statutory highway inspection service and supporting the maintenance of one of the region's most important assets.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a high-performing manager with a passion for highways, service improvement and people leadership. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the Council meets its statutory obligations, manages highway safety effectively and delivers excellent outcomes for residents, businesses and visitors across the borough.

About the Role

As Highway Inspection Team Manager, you will lead the day-to-day management of the inspection team, ensuring inspections are undertaken in line with statutory requirements and industry standards.

Working closely with contractors, councillors, internal services and external partners, you will:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team delivering statutory highway inspections.
• Monitor and improve the performance of the Council's Strategic Highway Contract.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and timely responses to enquiries, claims and requests.
• Manage resources, budgets, quality standards and performance targets.
• Analyse data and performance information to identify opportunities for service improvement.
• Support the Strategic Lead Highway Maintenance and deputise when required.
• Manage and participate in the Council's out-of-hours response, including winter maintenance and emergency highway services.

About You

We're looking for an organised and collaborative leader who can confidently balance operational delivery with strategic thinking.

You will bring:

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline, or able to demonstrate knowledge and skills through extended experience in highways management.
• Proven experience managing projects and delivering successful outcomes in a highways management environment.
• Experience of leading, managing and developing staff.
• Strong budget management and resource planning skills.
• Experience of working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Additional Requirements

• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle, as this is an essential car user post.
• Willingness to participate in and manage the out-of-hours standby rota.

Why Join Solihull Council?

At Solihull, we're committed to delivering excellent services while creating a workplace where people can thrive. You'll join a supportive and ambitious team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

We also offer:

• A range of flexible working options including hybrid working
• Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year.
• A flexitime scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
• Family and carer friendly policies
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme

To apply, please click on the link below. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences. If you have a specific question regarding this post, please contact Richard Timothy, Strategic Lead - Highway Infrastructure Maintenance at [email removed]

Closing date for completed applications is 16th August 2026

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview week commencing 24th August 2026

Please note: As part of our compliance and safer recruitment requirements, references will be sought for all successful candidates following interview. A reference must be provided by the candidate’s current or most recent employer or training provider. Where this does not cover the last three years, an additional reference will be required from the candidate’s next most recent employer or training provider. Posts subject to statutory regulation may require additional scrutiny. Personal/character references will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Solihull Council is proud to be Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.