We have an up-to-date training and development plan for staff responsible for highways asset management.
We support professional development through recognised professional training schemes, including those provided by organisations such as:
- the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
- the Institution of Highway Engineers (IHE)
We contribute towards the cost of professional membership and professional development where required for relevant highways roles.
We employ a professionally qualified engineer with responsibility for the management of highway structures. This expertise is provided either in-house or through contracted arrangements.
We define competence requirements for key highways asset management roles and take steps to address any identified skills gaps through training, development and contractual arrangements where appropriate.
We also support early career development through a range of opportunities, including:
- apprenticeships
- traineeships
- pre-apprenticeship programmes
- sponsored qualifications, such as HNCs, HNDs, degrees and MScs
- graduate development schemes
Evidence summary
We maintain a training and development framework for highways asset management to ensure our workforce has the skills and knowledge needed to manage and maintain the highway network effectively.
This includes:
- role-based training and development plans
- regular reviews of training needs and skills requirements
- accredited professional training
- civil engineering apprenticeships linked to recognised industry qualifications
We support workforce development through:
- apprenticeships
- graduate schemes
- work experience placements
- inclusive recruitment programmes
Our highway apprentices follow structured development programmes, including workplace rotations, tailored learning plans and opportunities to progress to higher-level qualifications.
This approach helps us maintain professional standards, address skills gaps and develop the next generation of highways professionals.
More information about skills and training
We provide ongoing training and development to ensure our highways workforce has the skills and knowledge needed to carry out their roles safely and effectively.
Our approach includes:
- mandatory, health and safety, technical and role-specific training
- regular reviews of training and development needs
- industry-recognised training and qualifications, including the IHE-approved Highways Inspectors Scheme
- support to address literacy, communication, mathematics and language needs where required
We offer apprenticeship opportunities from Level 2 to Level 6, with structured development programmes, workplace rotations and pathways to recognised engineering qualifications.
To encourage new talent into the profession, we also support:
- graduate schemes
- work experience placements
- traineeships
- workplace visits and learning opportunities for young people
These programmes help us develop a skilled and diverse workforce, while supporting the next generation of highways professionals.