Highways Operative

Job Ref: HWOP0725

Salary: £27,391 – £34,789 per annum (dependant on experience) + Overtime opportunities (winter maintenance, standby rota, night work)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Based at Sandford Depot, Hill Road, Sandford, BS25 5RJ

Hours: 39 hours per week

What you’ll be doing:

• Carrying out assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and on schedule, reporting any issues to the supervisor or chargehand.
• Being available for emergency and winter standby as required by the business.
• Traveling to various locations across the county to perform tarmac work, white works, gully repairs, and other duties as needed.
• Operating a range of plant and equipment.
• Conducting daily risk assessments, pre-site inspections, and vehicle checks.
• Installing and maintaining signage, lighting, and safety barriers.
• Taking responsibility for the upkeep and maintenance of vehicles, plant, and equipment.
• Working flexible shifts, including both day and night shifts.
• Having the opportunity to upskill and train as a professional driver through our in-house Driver Training Academy.

The ideal candidate will have:

• To hold a CSCS card
• To hold a current UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• To have experience in highways/construction industry
• Willing to take on additional training
• Flexible working approach
• IT literate (using a tablet)

What we’re offering:

• Company Pension 3% employer contribution.
• Free Life Policy.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Promotional Opportunities with internal recruitment.
• Upskill to become a professional Driver with our in-house Driver Training Academy.
• Career Development including formal qualifications and vocational certificates.
• Free Parking on site.
• Mental Health: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household.
• Physical Health: local Gym Discount at various sites in North Somerset (including swimming pool access and gym classes).