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Highways Maintenance Operative, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Client:
Amey
Location:
Bolton, Greater Manchester, 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: Highways Maintenance Operative to join our Northern Ireland account in Lurgan. Our account has been working in partnership with Lagan Construction since 2007. We are responsible for the overall operations and maintenance including emergency response, winter gritting, and street lighting inspection and maintenance. We maintain 125 km of road network in Northern Ireland and build 40 km of new roads. Our goal is to ensure roads and highways are well-maintained in all weather conditions and to support community connectivity through new road construction.
This role involves installation of temporary traffic management, highway maintenance, Road Safety Improvement & Active Travel schemes, civils works, drainage works, road gritting, and routine cyclic maintenance.
You will be responsible for:
* Undertaking all aspects of highway maintenance, including routine and cyclic activities, civils, and drainage works.
* Driving and operating vehicles, including HGVs and plant equipment, ensuring vehicle checks and maintenance are performed.
* Winter maintenance, including emergency call-outs and standby duties.
* Keeping records such as drivers' hours and necessary paperwork.
* Ensuring safety and compliance with health and safety legislation.
* Performing vehicle checks and filling defect books.
* Attending project briefings and maintaining communication with team members, subcontractors, emergency services, police, clients, and the public.
We want to hear from you if you have:
* Previous experience in groundworks, civils, plant operations, or HGV driving is preferred.
* Problem-solving skills.
* Self-motivation and proactive attitude.
* Good communication skills.
* A valid HGV Class 2 licence.
What we can offer you:
* Career development opportunities.
* Pension scheme.
* Employee discounts and savings.
* Social value initiatives.
We embrace diversity and support individuals committed to sustainable practices, working in partnership with communities, protecting people and the planet. Apply today—we look forward to hearing from you!
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