Highways Maintenance Operative, Basingstoke
Client: Amey
Location: Basingstoke
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 as a Highways Maintenance Operative involves joining our team in Northern Ireland, working in partnership with Lagan Construction since 2007. We are responsible for overall operations and maintenance, including emergency response, winter gritting, and street lighting inspection and maintenance. We maintain 125 km of road network and build 40 km of new roads to support and connect communities, ensuring all-weather readiness and safety.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Undertaking all aspects of highway maintenance, including routine and cyclic activities, civils works, and drainage works.
2. Driving and operating vehicles, including HGVs and plant equipment, ensuring vehicle checks and maintenance.
3. Participating in winter maintenance, including emergency call-outs and standby duties.
4. Maintaining records, including driver hours and necessary paperwork.
5. Ensuring safety and compliance with health and safety legislation.
6. Carrying out vehicle checks, defect reporting, and attending briefings.
7. Communicating effectively with colleagues, subcontractors, emergency services, and the public.
We are looking for candidates with:
* Previous experience in groundworks, civils, plant operations, or HGV driving preferred.
* Problem-solving skills.
* Self-motivation and proactive attitude.
* Good communication skills.
* A valid HGV Class 2 license.
What we offer:
* Career development opportunities.
* Pension scheme.
* Options for savings with Amey.
* Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.
Application guidance: Amey is dedicated to inclusion and diversity. Apply today — we look forward to hearing from you!
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