General Operative - Highways Vegetation Management in Stafford)

eRecruitSmart; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking reliable General Operatives to support vegetation management operations across the UK. This long-term role includes operating machinery for highway maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have essential qualifications such as the NPTC Brushcutter Ticket and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,000 - £35,000 per annum, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture promoting career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Minimum 40 hours/week

Night bonus

Full PPE and equipment provided

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for career progression

Guaranteed time off over Christmas

Qualifications

• Must have relevant tickets and experience in vegetation management.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Ability to operate machinery and comply with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate strimmers and blowers for vegetation clearance.
• Feed chippers and assist with machinery operations.
• Carry out general site maintenance and litter picking.
• Support arborist and grounds teams with labouring tasks.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

NPTC Brushcutter/Strimmer Ticket

Wood Chipper Ticket

Blower Operation Training

Highways Passport / ROLO

CSCS Card

Basic Chainsaw Maintenance Ticket

LANTRA Litter Picking Ticket

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Our client is looking for hardworking and reliable General Operatives to support their highways vegetation management operations. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining green spaces, and want to contribute to keeping the UK's roads safe and clear, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

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Locations: Staffordshire, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding Areas

About the role

As a General Operative, you'll assist with a variety of tasks to ensure highways remain safe and well-maintained. This is a long‑term career opportunity with excellent prospects for growth and ongoing training.

Key responsibilities

• Operate strimmers and blowers for vegetation clearance
• Feed chippers and assist with machinery operations
• Carry out general site maintenance and litter picking
• Support arborist and grounds teams with labouring tasks
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards

Essential skills & tickets

• NPTC Brushcutter/Strimmer Ticket
• Wood Chipper Ticket
• Blower Operation Training (or experience)
• Highways Passport / ROLO (advantageous)
• CSCS Card (preferred)
• Basic Chainsaw Maintenance Ticket (optional but beneficial)
• LANTRA Litter Picking Ticket
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)

What they offer

• Competitive Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
• Minimum 40 hours/week
• Night shifts (with night bonus)
• Full PPE and equipment provided
• Ongoing training and development, including industry certifications
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and sustainability
• Opportunities for career progression within a well‑established company
• Guaranteed time off over Christmas

About the company

Operating nationwide from Staffordshire, our client specialises in highway vegetation management, including tree work, grass cutting, seasonal maintenance, and full vegetation clearance. Most work (90%) is carried out at night, with occasional daytime shifts.

How to apply

eRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.

You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.

We look forward to receiving your application.