Highways Maintenance Operative

Join Our Team as a Highways Maintenance Operative!

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of transportation? At Kier Transportation, we believe that every journey matters. We’re on the lookout for a passionate Highways Maintenance Operative to join our dynamic Transportation Team across Area 4. With us, you’ll enjoy a fantastic pension scheme, competitive holiday entitlement, and so much more!

Location

You’ll be based at one of our welcoming depots:

• Weatherhill Depot (RH6 9JE)
• Ford Depot (BN18 0DF)
• Marley Lane Depot (TN33 0RE)

Working Hours

Full-time: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday - Days

Salary

Earn between £13.45 to £15.83 per hour (depending on experience) + call out + overtime.

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

Your Responsibilities

As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you’ll play a vital role in our team, helping to maintain and improve the local road network. Your daily tasks will include:

• Operating light plant machinery such as compressors, rollers, and disc cutters, including daily maintenance checks.
• Assisting skilled operatives with kerbing, drainage, paving, surfacing, and repair works.
• Excavating soil, rock, asphalt, and concrete using hand and powered tools.
• Performing general site duties including sweeping, cleaning, litter picking, and handling materials.
• Carrying out tasks such as grass cutting, gully emptying, strimming, and traffic management.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if you have:

• Experience in highway maintenance or a similar field.
• A can-do attitude and a willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A full UK driving licence.

At Kier, we value potential! If you don’t meet every requirement, don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to chat!

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Supportive work environment focused on growth and development.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the unique perspectives of our employees. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that qualified disabled applicants are given fair consideration for interviews.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us in shaping the future of transportation at Kier.