Highways Maintenance Operative

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 Transportation team in Bridgwater. This is your chance to be part of a team that supports the movement of people, goods, and equipment while enjoying fantastic benefits!

Why Choose Us?

At Kier Transportation, we believe in working brilliantly together. Imagine a world without transportation links by land, sea, or air—neither can we! Join us and be part of a journey that matters.

Key Details

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £27,976 to £29,000 (depending on experience) + call out + overtime

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 and timely delivery of highway services across the Somerset network. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Promoting customer care by working closely with team members and ensuring polite interactions with clients and network users.
• Responding to highway defects within designated timescales and updating relevant parties using tablet devices.
• Utilizing tablet applications for incident management and emergency repairs, while maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Conducting daily defect reports on vehicles and ensuring they are cleaned and maintained in good order.

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).
• Can work independently and as part of a team, effectively communicating any faults or issues.

We value potential at Kier, so 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 a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• A fantastic pension scheme.

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 experiences of our employees in shaping our policies. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

Ready to Join Us?

We can’t wait to see your application! Let’s work together to make a difference. #joinkier