Skip to main content
Posted 08 June, 2026

Highways Maintenance Operative

Kier Group
Aylesford, kent, United Kingdom Full Time
Reference: 29e54501-01be-4700-9483-6d84cbf532b4

Join Our Team as a Highway Maintenance Operative!

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic Highway Maintenance Operatives to join our dynamic Area 4 East team at our depots in Aylesford, Gillingham, and Honeywood. In this vital role, you’ll help maintain and enhance our road network, ensuring safety and efficiency for all road users.

Key Details

Location: Area 4 East Depots
Hours: Permanent Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £13.45 - £15.83 per hour + excellent benefits

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Responsibilities

As a Highway Maintenance Operative, you will be an integral part of the M&R Supervisor team, ensuring the smooth operation of the Area 4 network. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Carrying out highway maintenance duties and responding promptly to incidents on the network.
  • Operating a variety of plant and equipment to complete maintenance tasks effectively.
  • Collaborating with team members to maintain safe working environments and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
  • Providing excellent customer care to clients and network users in a polite and courteous manner.
  • Completing daily vehicle defect reports and ensuring equipment is secure and well-maintained.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for someone who:

  • Holds a full driving licence, with LGV Group C as a minimum.
  • Has completed 12AB Lantra Traffic Management training and possesses a basic Lantra VRS qualification.
  • Holds a valid CSCS card and has a solid understanding of health and safety practices.
  • Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Takes pride in delivering high-quality work and supports inclusive ways of working.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer our amazing team a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

  • Competitive salary and pay progression.
  • Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Health and wellness programs.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the unique perspectives of our employees. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great at Kier!

Sign up for Job Alerts