Overview
Join to apply for the Highways Maintenance Operative Apprentice role at Amey. This opportunity is based on the Area 12 account in Goole.
Starting Salary: £28,729.00 per annum (Subject to review)
Location: Motorway Maintenance Compound, Finnley’s Lane, West Cowick, Goole, DN14 9ED.
Working hours per week: Monday - Friday, Days and Nights. 07:00 - 15:00 Days, 19:00 - 5:00 Nights. 45hr/week.
Start date: April 2026
Apprenticeship Link: Lead traffic management operative / Skills England
As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Lead Traffic Management Operative level 2 apprenticeship which will take approximately 21 months to complete. You will be fully supported by our partnered training provider with 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a team of experts on hand for guidance.
Join our vibrant, inclusive community within Area 12 working on diverse projects that make a positive impact across the UK.
Amey has been working in partnership with Area 12 Highways England since June 2021. Area 12 covers 476km dual carriageway, 179km single carriageway and 1,963 structures. We provide routine, cyclic and winter maintenance and response across Yorkshire and Humberside, and oversee traffic management during incidents and the operation of ten maintenance depots in the region.
We aim to keep roads well-maintained and well-managed through all-weather seasons, reducing traffic incidents and improving safety for road users in Yorkshire and Humberside.
What You Will Do
As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you will be hands-on with real-world maintenance and response activities, gaining valuable experience that supports your apprenticeship. You will be part of a proactive team tackling essential tasks to keep our roads safe and running smoothly, including:
* Carry out highway maintenance tasks such as minor civils, drainage, litter picking, and carriageway patching.
* Interpret regulations and manage temporary traffic systems, including selection, installation, maintenance, and recovery.
* Maintain, document, handle, and store temporary traffic management (TTM) equipment safely and effectively.
* Operate vehicles and plant, including routine checks, maintenance, and cleaning.
* Support emergency and winter operations as required.
* Ensure health and safety compliance for self, team, and the public.
* Record driver hours and resource usage accurately.
* Maintain communication and documentation with colleagues, contractors, and external parties.
What You Will Bring
* If you do not hold GCSE/functional skills qualifications, you must achieve a minimum of entry level 3 in Maths and English during initial assessment.
* Full UK driver’s license
* Enthusiasm to be part of a high performing team and a drive for success
* DBS requirement
* Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work
Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing in line with our safety commitments. Upload your certificates, predicted grades, or achieved qualifications with your application, as we will shortlist based on this information. Any offer of employment is conditional upon meeting the required academic criteria. If you experience issues uploading documents, contact our People Services team.
Why join Amey?
Amey works on long-term, stable contracts to support long-term career planning. We are Platinum by Investors in People, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people. There is a place for you here, whether you are starting your career, returning to work, or bringing professional expertise.
Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and at home, with flexibility to choose opportunities that suit you.
* Remuneration: competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews
* Career Growth: mentoring and a structured learning and development programme
* Training Opportunities: fully funded leadership programs
* Holidays: 24 days leave plus bank holidays, with option to buy more
* Pension: generous pension scheme with employer contributions
* Flexible working: hybrid, part-time, and flexible patterns available
* Flexible benefits: insurance, Cycle2Work, and discounted gym memberships
* Exclusive Discounts: access to discounts from leading retailers and services
* Give Back to community: Two Social Impact Days per year
* Family-friendly policies for new parents or carers
* Affirmative Networks: support for diverse communities within Amey
About Amey
We are a leading provider of full lifecycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our teams work across the UK and internationally on projects that shape complex environments for generations to come. For more, visit amey.co.uk/careers.
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We guarantee an interview for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum requirements. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss access needs or adjustments at any point during the recruitment process.
Apply today. We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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