Highway Operative

Location West Yorkshire
Discipline: Highways, Civil Engineering
Salary: £CSCS Card & UK Drivers License
Contact name: Luke Norton

Contact email: luke.norton@hsqrecruitment.com
Job ref: 448702
Published: over 1 year ago
Startdate: ASAP
HSQ Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading provider of bridge and structures maintenance services, dedicated to continuous improvement and development. Our expertise spans a diverse range of sectors including highways and rail, and our services are utilised on projects across the entire UK.

Our client boasts a highly skilled and qualified team, supported by a wealth of resources, plant, and equipment, to deliver operational excellence across every project. With a proven track record of delivering tailored, end-to-end solutions to our clients, we have built a reputation for providing true value to our customers over multiple years of successful service delivery.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Highway Operative who will be responsible for maintaining and repairing highways, ensuring the safety of road users, and reducing traffic congestion. Working as part of a dynamic team, you will carry out a range of duties including highway maintenance, road marking, winter maintenance, and gritting. This role requires an individual with the ability to work outside in all weather conditions, operate machinery, and carry out manual tasks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
 
Salary: £31,200 Per Annum (Paid Weekly)

Key Responsibilities:
  • Undertake maintenance and repairs to highways, including patching, surfacing, and pothole repairs
  • Install and maintain road markings, signs, and bollards to ensure safe and efficient travel for all road users
  • Carry out winter maintenance, including gritting and snow clearance, to maintain road safety in hazardous conditions
  • Respond to emergency call-outs to clear debris or deal with incidents on the highways
  • Operate machinery such as mini diggers, road sweepers, and other specialist equipment to ensure efficient and effective maintenance of highways
  • Ensure that all works are carried out in accordance with health and safety regulations and risk assessments
  • Keep accurate records of all works carried out and materials used to support efficient delivery of services
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and contractors to ensure the highest standards of service delivery
  • Liaise with members of the public and other stakeholders to address any concerns or issues related to highway maintenance, ensuring effective communication at all times.
Qualifications and Skills:
  • CSCS Card
  • Full UK driving license
  • Relevant experience in highway maintenance or a similar role
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to work independently and use own initiative to effectively manage tasks
  • Experience in operating machinery and carrying out manual tasks
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Bonus scheme
  • Performance bonus
  • Safety bonus
Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • Day shift & Night Shifts (Rotational)
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
To find out more information or to apply to this role please contact luke.norton@hsqrecruitment.com or contact our Leeds office on 0113 887 4430