Job Introduction
Are you an experienced and dynamic Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative looking for your next position? We are seeking a skilled Highways Maintenance Operative to assist in delivering essential maintenance services across the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. This practical, hands-on role includes a range of tasks such as reactive repairs, patching, winter service operations, and responding to emergency callouts. The ideal candidate will hold a valid HGV (Category C) licence, a CPC Driver Qualification Card, a CPCS card for operating mini diggers, and a current NRSWA Operative card.
Main Responsibilities
* Carrying out reactive and planned maintenance tasks such as pothole repairs, patching, kerbing, drainage works, and minor civils
* Undertaking emergency and out-of-hours call-out work on a rota basis
* Participating in winter service operations, including salting and snow clearance using HGV gritting vehicles
* Operating plant and machinery including mini diggers in accordance with CPCS certification
* Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, and safety procedures
* Setting out temporary traffic management in line with NRSWA requirements
* Completing required documentation including risk assessments, job records, and vehicle checks
* Maintaining good communication with supervisors, team members, and members of the public
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in the role of Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative will have the following:
Essential
* Valid HGV licence (Category C) and Driver CPC Card
* NRSWA Operative Card (Units including Signing, Lighting & Guarding; Excavation; and Reinstatement)
* CPCS Card for mini digger (excavator below 10 tonnes)
* Previous experience in highways maintenance or civil engineering works
* Flexible and willing to participate in a standby rota for emergency and winter maintenance
* Strong awareness of Health & Safety and safe site working practices
* Ability to carry out physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions
Desirable
* Traffic Management (LANTRA) certification
* First Aid at Work certificate
* Experience working on contracts within London boroughs or other urban environments
* Knowledge of using handheld digital recording tools or tablets
Location
Wick Lane, Bow, London. Applications from candidates who live in or can commute from areas including Poplar, Stratford, East Ham, Islington, London, Wanstead, Barking, Greenwich, Woolwich, Walthamstow, Hackney, Chigwell, Tottenham, Enfield, Dagenham, Ilford, Rainham and surrounding areas are welcome.
About the Company
J B Riney is a long-established Civil Engineering company operating in the Greater London area for nearly 40 years, working with Local Authorities and Councils. We are committed to a dynamic and inclusive environment and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Why Us
We offer career development opportunities and rewards including:
* Bonus scheme
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Contributory pension scheme
* Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts
* Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
* Employee Communities (nine networks)
* Training and development opportunities
Application
Please click on the apply button to complete your application. We may close early if a high volume of applications are received.
Equal Opportunity
Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Job Reference tarmac/TP/109/7102
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Production, Distribution, and Manufacturing
Industries
* Construction
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