Job Description
Highways Maintenance Apprentice
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We're looking for a Highways Maintenance Apprentice to join our Transportation Team based in Staines, working towards a Level 2 apprenticeship in Highways Maintenance.
Transportation - Build and maintain infrastructure for the highways, rail, aviation and ports sectors, with a common goal of connecting people. We provide transport solutions that are sustainable, long-lasting and that promote various methods of transport
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. Whilst working towards a recognised qualification, you'll be able to put your learnings into practice in your day-to-day role, helping you progress within your chosen career.
Location: Staines, Middlesex
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £30,784
Start Date: September 2026
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.
How does an apprenticeship work?
As a Highways Maintenance Apprentice you'll be enrolled onto a Level 2 apprenticeship in Highways Maintenance, giving you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn. You'll work closely with the Transportation team to support in the overall design, build and maintenance of infrastructure for highways, with a common goal of connecting people
Your day to day will include:
* Providing routine maintenance and ensuring continued operation of roads, tunnels, and bridges in the area
Other activities such as kerbing, concrete work and laying asphalt
Assisting in monitoring traffic flow during maintenance operations
Following health and safety protocols, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensuring a safe working environment
What are we looking for?
The role of Highways Maintenance Apprentice is great for you if you:
* 18 years or older by the time the positions starts
Have GCSEs at grades 3 – 9 (GCSE D or above) including Maths and English OR Functional Skills level 1 in English and Maths
Are punctual, self-motivated, and willing to learn
Have the ability to handle physical work in varying weather conditions
Have the ability to work collaboratively with a team
We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.
Rewards and benefits
We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.
Diversity and inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. xkybehq You can see our D&I action plan here.
We look forward to seeing your application #joinkier