Highways Operative – 155779

Summary

To carry out general maintenance works and operations, working with a Chargehand, undertaking a wide range of routine and cyclical works. Respond to emergencies and call‑outs during or out of hours on rotas as required and assist with winter maintenance activities as a second man or driver’s mate. Includes apprentices who have fully completed training.

Desirable Skills

• Bank‑man
• Manual handling
• Abrasive wheels
• Emergency first aid
• Safe dig
• Current driving licence
• CSCS card if client required
• Minimum level of everyday behaviour as set out in the company behaviours matrix

Specialist Skills

• Have and be able to apply a wide range of generalist skills
• Understand risk assessments and assess accordingly to safe systems of work
• Be able to understand and carry out work as set out in a specification
• Generally hold 12 months+ experience
• Potential & interest in obtaining LGV licence
• Undertaken training in general health & safety awareness, risk assessment awareness, traffic management and use of PDA as required
• Ability to use small plant and equipment
• Ability to operate mini excavator

General Competencies

• Team player, prepared to contribute and participate fully in team work
• Prepared to work varying hours to meet the needs of the business
• Willingness to apply skills to a variety of different highways jobs, with changing team members
• Prepared to develop and undertake relevant training and qualifications
• Be able to complete record sheets, paper or electronic
• Take responsibility for plant and equipment
• Use own initiative
• Understand and be responsible for own safety, plus that of those around
• Available for emergency and/or winter call‑outs

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full Time – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect

Ringway recognises the importance of diversity and encourages equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all employees. Employees may request reasonable adjustments to the application process. Flexible working arrangements are offered where possible to support work‑life balance.

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