Highways Maintenance Operative

Join Our Team as a Highways Maintenance Operative!

Are you ready to make a real difference in your community? We’re on the lookout 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 efficient 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’re a collaborative team player who enjoys working in a supportive environment.
• You’re reliable and take pride in delivering high-quality work.
• You care about community safety and providing excellent service.
• You’re 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’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and job security.
• Flexible working options.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. 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 feels valued and included.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee 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!