At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn practical highways work and travel to various sites across the South West.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in the highways industry with immediate start opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training provided, and career growth in a hands-on role.
- Other info: Support throughout the application process and opportunities for pay uplifts.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in construction with practical outdoor work and team collaboration.
- Qualifications: Manual driving licence and a positive attitude are essential; no experience needed.
The predicted salary is between 19.85 - 19.85 £ per hour.
We have a number of Highways Operative jobs available now for immediate start positions for reliable candidates looking for practical site work across the South West. This role will suit people who are looking to start a career in the highways industry or continue developing their current experience in construction, highways, labouring, traffic management, utilities or outdoor site work. You do not need years of experience. A positive attitude, reliability and willingness to learn are more important than formal qualifications.
Location: South West. You will work from our client’s depot before travelling to different sites across the region. Due to the depot location and limited public transport, you must have a manual driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Salary: Starting pay from £14.44 per hour. Additional pay uplifts are available for antisocial hours and HGV licence holders. A working-away-from-home allowance is also available when required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Learning practical highways surface work and site-based operative duties
- Working as part of a crew under the direction of a supervisor
- Carrying out hands-on outdoor work safely and efficiently
- Travelling to different work locations across the South West
- Staying away from home occasionally when required
- Driving company vans as part of the role when needed
- Following site rules, safety procedures and company standards
- Working professionally as part of a team
Qualifications:
- Essential:
- Manual driving licence
- Access to your own vehicle
- Comfortable driving vans
- Reliable, punctual and willing to learn
- Happy with practical outdoor work
- Comfortable travelling to different sites
- Able to stay away from home occasionally
- Able to pass drug and alcohol tests before and during employment
- Desirable:
- CSCS card
- Previous experience in highways, construction, labouring, traffic management, utilities or outdoor site work
- HGV licence
Benefits:
- Immediate starts available
- Starting pay from £14.44 per hour
- Pay uplifts for antisocial hours
- Additional uplift for HGV licence holders
- Working-away-from-home allowance when required
- Training provided
- Opportunity to build a career in the highways industry
- Support from Driver Hire/dh Recruitment throughout the application process
Highways Operatives (CSCS) Required employer: Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple)
Join a dynamic team as a Highways Operative in the South West, where your practical skills and positive attitude are valued above all. With immediate starts, competitive pay, and opportunities for career growth in the highways industry, you'll benefit from comprehensive training and support while working in a collaborative environment. Enjoy the flexibility of varied work locations and the chance to earn additional pay for antisocial hours and HGV qualifications, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
Contact Details:
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) Recruitment Team
