Operative

Company: Ringway London
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Location: Colchester
Job Description:

Summary

To carry out a wide range of routine or cyclical works and operations. Deputise for Chargehand as and when required. Able to run a 2 person crew on specific jobs and ensure work is carried out to specification. Manage safety of the team and complete all necessary reporting, paper or electronic. Where required, respond to emergencies and call outs during or out of hours, and assist with winter maintenance.

Desirable Skills

  • Banksman
  • Manual Handling
  • Abrasive Wheels
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Safe Dig
  • Current Driving Licence preferred
  • CSCS card if client requirementMinimum level of everyday behaviour as set out in the company behaviours matrix.
  • NRSWA
  • Relevant TM 12D
  • HGV Licence

Specialist Skills

  • All skills and experience for Basic Skill level PLUS:
  • Able to carry out basic safety, quality and environmental audits and risk assessment
  • Able to understand and carry out work as set out in a specification
  • Able to take responsibility for traffic management.
  • Generally hold 18 months+ experience
  • NVQ2
  • LGV licence
  • NRSWA if required
  • Use a range of power tools and equipment
  • Use of PDA as required
  • Able to give clear basic instructions
  • OR specialist skills in one of the following: Specialist driving / gully emptying / LGV Winter / VRS (basic) / TM 12 a, b, c or d / Dealing with the public / NVQ2 Winter – 6159

General Competencies

  • Prepared to 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 tasks, with changing team members, providing support to others
  • Prepared to develop and undertake relevant training and qualifications
  • Able to complete record sheets, paper or electronic
  • Able to take responsibility for plant, equipment and vehicle defect inspections
  • To understand and be responsible for their own safety and that of others
  • To be available for emergency and/or winter call outs
  • Able to manage others, taking responsibility for the organisation of specific jobs

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full Time – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ringway recognises the importance of equal opportunity and respectful inclusion for all. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religious or philosophical belief, age, or any other characteristic. Reasonable adjustments will be made upon request.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026