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Posted 08 June, 2026

Highways Maintenance Operative

Kier Group
Aylesford, england, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Highway Maintenance Operative!

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? We’re on the lookout for dedicated 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 safe and efficient travel for everyone.

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 essential 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 understands 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 tailored to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

  • Competitive salary and pay structure.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Kier, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we’re committed to ensuring that everyone has a voice. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

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

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