We're looking for a Highways Maintenance Operative to join our Transport team based in Weatherhill Depot, Ford Depot, Marley Lane Depot and Polegate Depot. You will contribute to the delivery of the Area 4 highways maintenance contract, working as part of the team to complete assigned tasks. A full UK driving licence is an essential requirement for this role.
Location: Weatherhill Depot/Ford Depot/Marley Lane Depot/Polegate Depot – site based
Hours: 40 hours per week on a rota basis to work both days and night where the night shift will involve frequent night working on a 12-hour shift pattern with regular overtime
Salary: £12.60 - £15.34 per hour + benefits
What will you be responsible for?
As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you'll undertake general highway maintenance activities including kerbing, concrete work, paving and slabbing, laying asphalt, iron works, post erection, sign erection, fencing etc…
Your day to day will include:
* Help to keep the depot clean and tidy; ensuring all plant and equipment is stored securely at the end of each working shift
* Take part in the out of hours Emergency Response and Winter Maintenance rotas as required
* Ensure that site records of work done are completed for every job
What are we looking for?
This role of Highways Maintenance Operative is great if you have:
* Driving licence
* Experience in general construction or civil engineering work
* Enjoy working outdoors and generally willing, helpful, enthusiastic and flexible