Highways Maintenance Operative

Join Our Team as a Highways Maintenance Operative!

Are you ready to make a real difference in your community? We are looking for a Highways Maintenance Operative to join our friendly Transportation team in Yeovil, Somerset. This is your chance to contribute to the safety and maintenance of Somerset's roads, ensuring smooth journeys for everyone!

Location:

Yeovil, Somerset

Contract:

Permanent, Full-time

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

Your Responsibilities:

As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you will be an essential part of our Operative team, helping to deliver top-notch highway services across the Somerset network. Your daily tasks will include:

• Responding promptly to highway defects to ensure public safety and minimal disruption.
• Installing and removing emergency traffic management signage as needed.
• Using tablet devices to maintain accurate records of works and communicate updates.
• Providing excellent customer care through polite and helpful interactions.
• Supporting winter maintenance and severe weather operations as required.

What We’re Looking For:

This role is perfect for you if:

• You hold a full driving licence (LGV training will be provided once you meet necessary business targets).
• You enjoy collaborating and working as part of a supportive team.
• You are reliable and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
• You care about community safety and providing excellent service.
• You are adaptable and comfortable working in various weather conditions.

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 chat with us.

Rewards and Benefits:

We are proud to offer our amazing team a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Explore the fantastic perks that come with being part of our team!

Diversity and Inclusion:

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us at Kier. We are committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of 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!