Highways Maintenance Operative - Stump Grinder

Join Our Team as a Highways Maintenance Operative!

Are you ready to make a difference in Birmingham's highways network? We’re on the lookout for a passionate Highways Maintenance Operative to join our dynamic team based at Thimble Mill Lane, Birmingham.

Location & Hours

Location: Thimble Mill Lane, Birmingham, B7 5HR

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 15:30

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

Your Role

As a vital member of our arboriculture team, you’ll play a key role in maintaining safe highways and greenspaces. This hands-on position offers a variety of tasks and the chance to collaborate with other teams across the contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively to carry out stump grinding, root pruning, tree pit creation, and re-staking.
• Set up safe working sites on the highway and engage with the public.
• Adhere to safe systems of work, risk assessments, and safety procedures at all times.
• Complete safety-critical emergency works as needed.
• Maintain accurate paperwork, including LOLER check sheets and HAVS forms.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

• You hold City & Guilds NPTC/Lantra chainsaw and stump grinding qualifications.
• You have an NRSWA or equivalent operative qualification.
• You’re qualified in CAT & Genny and have practical experience using them.
• You hold NPORS (or equivalent) lorry loader with clamshell and timber grab attachments.
• You possess a full driving licence.

At Kier, we value potential! If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

Rewards and Benefits

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

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working options
• Opportunities for professional growth
• And much more!

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. 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 and be part of something great at Kier.