Reinstatement Quality Auditor

The Company

Doocey Group is a multi-disciplined, civil engineering and utility contract operating nationally, providing a range of utility and civil engineering services as well as single services. Established for more than 40 years, we are framework partners with several major utilities, including South Staffordshire Water, which is driven by a commitment to maintaining and developing solid client relationships as we continue to diversify and reinforce our reputation by having quality members of staff, who receive an on-going investment into training, to ensure we deliver, quality you can build on.

The Role

1. Inspect and audit reinstatement works on roads, footways, and infrastructure to verify compliance with project specifications.
2. Review reinstatement plans, method statements, and as-built records.
3. Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., New Roads and Street Works Act, HAUC specifications, local authority regulations).
4. Identify and escalate defects or poor workmanship to contractors and project managers.
5. Liaise with site engineers, supervisors, and local authorities regarding reinstatement compliance.
6. Ensure health and safety guidelines are adhered to during reinstatement works.
7. Attend site meetings with project managers, contractors, and quality teams to discuss findings and areas for improvement.
8. Track corrective actions and verify that rectifications are completed within the required timeframe.
9. Conduct training sessions for project teams on best practices and compliance requirements.
10. Review and refine audit checklists and processes based on industry updates and project requirements.
11. Conduct a comprehensive audit of reinstatement practices across all company projects.
12. Assist in external audits and regulatory inspections related to reinstatement quality.
13. Evaluate changes in industry regulations and ensure company policies remain compliant.
14. Contribute to companywide strategy for improving reinstatement efficiency and reducing defects.
15. Support performance reviews of subcontractors and recommend preferred partners based on audit results.

1. Previous experience working in a similar role within a civils or utilities contractor.
2. Experience of tarmac and white top reinstatement.
3. Self-driven, results-oriented, with a 'can do' attitude without compromising safety and/or compliance.
4. Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including employees, management, and agencies.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Confident, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with managers and stakeholders at all levels within a business.
8. Ability to be proactive, always.
9. Excellent attention to detail.

1. NRSWA.
2. Full Driving Licence.
3. Knowledge of the Specification for Road Openings in the Highway (SROH).