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Highways Maintenance Apprentice, Bridgwater
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Location:
Bridgwater, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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Yes
Job Reference:
89c21660e394
Job Views:
11
Posted:
22.06.2025
Expiry Date:
06.08.2025
Job Description:
We're looking for a Highways Maintenance Apprentice to join our Transportation Team based in Somerset, working towards a Level 2 apprenticeship in Highways Maintenance Operative.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. You'll gain a recognised qualification while applying your learnings in daily tasks, helping you progress in your career.
Location: Somerset, based out of depots in Minehead, Yeovil, Bridgwater, or Glastonbury
Hours: 40 hours per week
How does an apprenticeship work?
As a Highways Maintenance Apprentice, you'll be enrolled onto a Level 2 apprenticeship as a Highways Maintenance Operative, earning while you learn. You'll work with the Transportation team to design, build, and maintain infrastructure for highways, rail, aviation, and ports sectors, connecting people.
Your daily tasks will include:
* Working across several highways depots in the region
* Providing routine maintenance to ensure roads, tunnels, and bridges are operational
* Performing activities like kerbing, concrete work, and asphalt laying
* Monitoring traffic flow during maintenance
* Following health and safety protocols, including PPE usage
What are we looking for?
This role is suitable if you:
* Have GCSEs at grades 3–9 (D or above) and Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Maths
* Are punctual, self-motivated, and eager to learn
* Can handle physical work in various weather conditions
* Are over 18 years old (due to potential overnight stays)
* Possess a driving license (preferred)
We welcome transferable skills and encourage all potential applicants to apply, even if they don't meet every requirement.
Rewards and benefits
We offer flexible benefits tailored to your needs. More information is available on our benefits page.
Diversity and inclusion
We prioritize diversity and inclusion at Kier. Our employees help shape our initiatives, policies, and culture. Learn more about our D&I action plan on our website.
We look forward to receiving your application and joining the #constructionrevolution #joinkier
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