Highways Maintenance Operative, High Wycombe
Client: Amey
Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 3
Posted: 02.05.2025
Expiry Date: 16.06.2025
Job Description
Your new role as a Highways Maintenance Operative involves joining our team in Northern Ireland, working in partnership with Lagan Construction since 2007. We are responsible for the overall operations and maintenance of the road network, including emergency response, winter gritting, street lighting inspection and maintenance, and building new roads to support communities.
The role includes installation of temporary traffic management, highway maintenance works, road safety improvement, active travel schemes, civils works, drainage works, and routine cyclic maintenance.
Responsibilities
* Undertaking all aspects of highway maintenance, civils, and drainage works.
* Driving and operating vehicles including HGVs and plant machinery, ensuring vehicle checks and routine maintenance.
* Participating in winter maintenance, including emergency call-outs and standby duties.
* Keeping accurate records, including drivers' hours and necessary paperwork.
* Ensuring safety and compliance with health and safety legislation.
* Carrying out vehicle checks, filling defect books, and attending project briefings.
* Communicating effectively with team members, subcontractors, emergency services, police, clients, and the public.
Qualifications and Skills
* Previous experience in groundworks, civils, plant operations, or HGV driving preferred.
* Problem-solving skills.
* Self-motivated and proactive.
* Good communication skills.
* Valid HGV Class 2 license.
What We Offer
* Career development opportunities.
* Pension scheme.
* Holidays and social value benefits.
We embrace diversity and are committed to sustainable partnership with communities, people, and the planet. Apply today — we look forward to hearing from you!
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