Highways Operative

Highways OperativeSalary: £27,00 - £35,000 + boost your earnings with Overtime, Standby, & Winter Maintenance worksLocation: BanwellBenefits: Possible company van/car, 25 days holiday + bank hols, pension, chances to progress, and gain more certificates, including HGV license!Hours: 39 hours per week PermanentThe OpportunityLooking for a role where no two days are the same, the teamwork is solid, and the career growth is real?We are looking for an experienced Highways Operative to join our close-knit, 2-to-3-person teams based out of Banwell. You'll be the backbone of our local infrastructure, keeping our roads safe, smooth, and moving. From essential day-to-day repairs to being a vital part of our Winter Maintenance squad, this is a hands-on role with great variety and excellent earning potential.What You'll Be Doing as a Highways OperativeAs a key member of the Highways Operative crew, your day-to-day will include:

• Getting Hands-On: Delivering high-quality kerbing, hot & cold lay patching, fencing, and signage installation.
• Keeping it Safe: Conducting daily risk assessments, pre-site checks, and ensuring our sites, vehicles, and equipment are safe and secure.
• On the Move: Traveling across the county to handle tarmac work, white works, and gully repairs.
• Stepping Up: Operating a range of modern plant and equipment, and jumping onto flexible day/night shifts and winter standby rotas when the business (and the weather!) needs you.

Essential Requirements for Highways OperativeIf you're a flexible team player who loves working outdoors and isn't afraid of a hard day's graft, you'll fit right in. You'll just need:

• A valid CSCS Card
• A current UK Driving Licence (with no more than 6 penalty points)
• Proven experience in the highways or manual labour role
• A tech-friendly approach (comfortable using a tablet for daily tasks)
• A flexible attitude toward shift work and a genuine willingness to learn

Why Join Us?

• Earn More: A competitive base salary topped up by excellent overtime opportunities (night work, standby, and winter maintenance).
• Earn and learn: Want to level up? We will support you to train and upskill as a professional driver through our very own in-house Driver Training Academy.
• Job Security: A permanent, stable role with a structured 39-hour work week, with chances to increase with overtime and uplift for night work etc.

Ready to hit the road with us?Apply for the Highways Operative role now with your latest CV - keep an eye out for my call, email or text to discuss the next steps of your application. Recruitment .co .uk