Apprentice Roadworkers - Level 2

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Cycle to Work

Discounts at leisure centres

Free online health sessions

Care leaving bursary up to £3,000

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is offering a Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative Apprenticeship (Level 2) to help you gain practical experience while studying. You will join a skilled team delivering essential highway services that keep communities connected, safe and moving.

You will learn through structured on‑the‑job and work‑based experiences, developing industry‑recognised skills and behaviours that prepare you for a competent highways operative role.

Qualifications

• This apprenticeship is for enthusiastic individuals keen to learn practical highways skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely under supervision.
• Good team working and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with highway repairs including carriageways, footways and drainage.
• Supporting excavation, reinstatement and maintenance activities.
• Working with tools, plant and equipment under supervision.
• Assisting with traffic management and site safety arrangements.
• Supporting safe delivery of works in live highway environments.
• Maintaining equipment and keeping work areas tidy and safe.

Skills

Enthusiastic attitude

Physical outdoor work

Teamwork

Communication skills

Commitment to learning

Age 18+

Job description

Why Join Derbyshire Highways?

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience maintaining Derbyshire's highway network while studying towards a Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative Apprenticeship (Level 2). You'll be part of a skilled operational team delivering essential services that keep communities connected, safe and moving.

• Maintains a large and complex highway network across urban and rural areas
• Delivers essential reactive and planned maintenance works
• Operates in a highly safety-critical, customer-facing environment
• Supports communities through reliable, efficient and high-quality service delivery

This apprenticeship forms part of our commitment to developing a skilled local workforce, providing long‑term career opportunities within highways operations.

What you'll be doing

• Assisting with highway repairs including carriageways, footways and drainage
• Supporting excavation, reinstatement and maintenance activities
• Working with tools, plant and equipment (under supervision)
• Assisting with traffic management and site safety arrangements
• Supporting the safe delivery of works in live highway environments
• Maintaining equipment and ensuring work areas are left safe and tidy
• Contributing to efficient delivery of works to required quality standards
• Interacting professionally with members of the public and minimising disruption

You will gain real, practical experience while developing an understanding of how highways services are delivered safely and effectively.

Your learning & Development

• Structured off‑the‑job learning
• Work‑based practical experience
• Development of industry‑recognised skills and behaviours

You will be supported to apply your learning in the workplace and develop towards a competent highways operative role.

Requirements

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals who are keen to develop practical skills and build a career in highways.

• Willingness to work outdoors in a physically active role
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Good team working and communication skills
• Commitment to learning and completing the apprenticeship
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Must be over 18 years of age due to health and safety requirements

Desirable

• Interest in construction, engineering or practical trades
• Experience of working in a hands‑on or outdoor environment
• Awareness of health and safety in a work setting

What we offer you

• A structured apprenticeship and development pathway
• Hands‑on experience working on real highway projects
• Support from experienced operational staff and supervisors

Equality, fairness and opportunity

• Supporting your wellbeing and development
• Delivering services that provide value for money for our communities
• Reducing our environmental impact and supporting climate resilience

Great employee benefits

As part of Derbyshire County Council, you'll also enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave scheme
• Access to student discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts at selected county leisure centres
• Free online health and exercise sessions
• Care leaving bursary payment of up to £3,000 throughout the period of the apprenticeship