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Posted 08 June, 2026

Highways Maintenance Operative

Kier Group
Fareham, eng, United Kingdom Full Time
Reference: 41156db0-5e41-4555-8d21-a2b2271a03ec

Join Our Team as a Highways Maintenance Operative!

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of transportation? We’re on the lookout for a Highways Maintenance Operative to join our dynamic team in Fareham, Hampshire. At Kier Transportation, we believe that every road and bridge connects people and communities. Your journey is our journey, and together, we can enhance the high-speed road network!

Location:

Fareham, Hampshire

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time - 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Evenings/Nights)

Salary:

£13.45 to £15.83 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

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

Your Responsibilities:

As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of the Area 3 network. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Carrying out highways maintenance duties as instructed, including winter maintenance when necessary.
  • Responding promptly to incidents on the network and liaising with the Regional Network Hub Control Centre.
  • Promoting customer care by working closely with team members to ensure polite and courteous interactions with clients and network users.
  • Conducting daily defect reports on vehicles and ensuring they are maintained in good order.

What We’re Looking For:

This role is perfect for you if you have:

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • A valid UK Driving Licence or LGV Cat C.
  • Experience and knowledge of strict health and safety operations and their practical implications.
  • The ability to work night shifts and contribute to the out-of-hours call-out roster.

At Kier, we value potential and welcome transferrable skills. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us!

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 remuneration package.
  • Opportunities for overtime and call-out pay.
  • Additional uplift for night work.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us at Kier. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of all our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

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

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