HGV Highways Operative – Torquay

TN United Kingdom; Torquay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Highways Operative in Torquay, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining roadways and ensuring public safety. This temporary position offers the chance to work outdoors and tackle a variety of tasks, from pothole repairs to drainage maintenance. With a focus on teamwork and safety, you'll utilize modern technology for data management while gaining valuable experience in the highways sector. If you're ready for a hands-on role with the potential for permanent placement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Accrued Holiday Pay

Weekly Pay

No Umbrella Fees

Qualifications

• Hold a CSCS Card and possess an HGV licence.
• Have a valid New Roads and Street Works (NRSWA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Highways repairs including Patching, Resurfacing, and Drainage.
• Use technology to input safety data and maintenance records.
• Drive/operate plant and equipment necessary for daily tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Health and Safety Commitment

Education

CSCS Card

HGV Licence

NRSWA Certification

Tools

Tablets/Apps for Data Input

Plant and Equipment Operation

Job description

HGV Highways Operative – Torquay, Torquay

Our clients are looking for a Highways Operative to join their hardworking, dedicated team in Torquay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team undertaking Highways repairs, including Patching, Resurfacing, Potholes, Drainage, Footways, and General Highway Maintenance.
• Use technology (tablets/apps) to input safety data and maintenance records.
• Drive/operate plant and equipment where trained, necessary for daily tasks.
• Take responsibility for vehicles/plant/materials in your charge.
• Provide direction/supervision of less experienced operatives where appropriate.
• Maintain a commitment to Health and Safety.
• Demonstrate good communication skills and basic literacy and numeracy.
• Undertake a high level of manual work and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Hold a CSCS Card.
• Possess an HGV licence.
• Have a valid New Roads and Street Works (NRSWA) certification.
• Be prepared to work during Winter Works as required.

Rate of Pay:

• This is a PAYE position, offering benefits such as accrued holiday pay from day one, weekly pay, and no umbrella fees.
• Deductions will only be for Tax and National Insurance, clearly shown on your payslip.

This is a temporary role, with the possibility of becoming permanent in the future.