Trainee Highways Steward

Description

You’ll work both outdoors and in the office, inspecting streets, spotting issues, and helping to make improvements that really make a difference to local communities.

We’re looking for a motivated and practical person to join our team as a Network Steward. You’ll play an important part in keeping Hounslow’s streets, footpaths, and public spaces safe, clean, and well-maintained.

• Support enforcement under the Highways Act (1980) and Environmental Protection Act (1990).
• Support the team during winter and other seasonal operations.
• Use mobile technology to record and update inspection data.
• Spot and record problems such as potholes, litter, graffiti or fly-tipping.
• Carry out regular checks of roads, pavements, cycle routes and public spaces.
• Work with residents, local groups, and businesses to resolve issues and keep areas looking good.
• Help make sure repairs and clean-ups are done quickly and properly.
• Help improve the service by collecting data and suggesting better ways of working.

Requirements

Trainee Highways Steward

• Basic IT skills and a willingness to learn new systems.
• Attention to detail – you’ll be spotting issues and recording accurate data.
• Good communication and people skills – you’ll talk to a range of people every day.
• Experience or training in highways, construction, or environmental work.
• Ability to follow processes and work safely.
• Learn how to carry out inspections under the New Roads and Street Works Act (1991).

Benefits

This is a great opportunity for someone starting their career — you’ll gain hands-on experience, receive training, and learn how highways and local environments are managed day-to-day.

• Full on-the-job training and career development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to grow and progress within the company.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance