Join Our Team as a Highways Maintenance Operative!
Are you ready to make a real difference in your community? We are seeking a Highways Maintenance Operative to join our friendly Transportation team based in Yeovil, Somerset. This is your chance to contribute to the safety and maintenance of Somerset's roads, ensuring smooth journeys for everyone!
Job Details
* Location: Yeovil, Somerset
* Contract: Permanent, Full-time
* Salary: £27,976 to £29,000 (depending on experience) + call out + overtime
* Note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Responsibilities
As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you will be an essential part of our Operative team, ensuring the efficient delivery of highway services across the Somerset network. Your daily tasks will include:
* Responding promptly to highway defects to ensure public safety and minimal disruption.
* Installing and removing emergency traffic management signage as needed.
* Using tablet devices to maintain accurate records of work and communicate updates.
* Providing excellent customer care through polite and helpful interactions.
* Supporting winter maintenance and severe weather operations as required.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if:
* You hold a full driving licence (LGV training will be provided once you meet necessary business targets).
* You enjoy collaborating and working as part of a supportive team.
* You are reliable and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
* You care about community safety and providing excellent service.
* You are adaptable and comfortable working in various weather conditions.
At Kier, we value potential and welcome transferrable skills! Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a chat with us.
Rewards and Benefits
We are proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:
* Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
* Comprehensive training and development programs.
* A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We are committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of all our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
We can’t wait to see your application! Join us at Kier and be part of something great!