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Posted 11 August, 2026

Traffic Management General Operative

Kier Group
Towcester, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Traffic Management Operative!

Are you ready to make a difference? We’re on the lookout for a Traffic Management Operative to join our dynamic team in Towcester. This is your chance to be part of our highways maintenance crew, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety of work sites across the region.

Key Details

Location: Towcester – site-based, 5 days per week
Hours: Permanent Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £31,000 - £35,000 per year + excellent benefits

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

Your Responsibilities

As a Traffic Management Operative, you will work closely with dedicated maintenance teams, providing essential traffic management support for various projects. This hands-on role not only allows you to develop your skills but also contributes to enhancing local road networks.

Your daily tasks will include:

  • Conducting traffic management risk assessments to ensure site safety
  • Reviewing and implementing traffic management arrangements for minor works
  • Supporting maintenance activities such as hand sweeping, cleaning, and litter picking
  • Safely loading, unloading, and handling materials and equipment
  • Collaborating with your team to deliver high-quality maintenance projects

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for someone who:

  • Holds LANTRA Traffic Management qualifications at T1/M1 and T2/M2 levels
  • Has hands-on experience in highway maintenance or a similar field
  • Has completed relevant SHE matrix training for the role
  • Is committed to safety and looks out for colleagues and the public
  • Thrives in a team environment and enjoys contributing to shared success

At Kier, we believe in recognizing potential, and transferable skills are always welcome! Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation.

Rewards and Benefits

We take pride in offering our amazing team a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Discover more about the benefits we provide!

Diversity and Inclusion

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us at Kier. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a vital role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us refine our policies. 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 and hope you’ll #joinkier!

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