Highway Operatives - Permanent Full-time roles

BCP Council; Poole; On-site; GBP 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking Skilled Highway Operatives to manage various maintenance, construction schemes, and traffic management tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in highway work, a Class C1 driver’s license, and the ability to engage well with the public. This permanent part-time role offers a salary of £33,821 annually, with growth opportunities within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Benefits

Labour Market Supplement of £100 per month

Career growth opportunities

Contribution to community services

Qualifications

• Experience in patching and remedial repairs.
• Experience with small and major highway improvement schemes.
• Ability to remain calm and engage politely with the public.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and construction works on highways.
• Deploy traffic management on various road types.
• Participate in the winter service provision.

Skills

Highways Maintenance

Highways Construction/Resurfacing

Traffic Management

Politeness when engaging with the public

Education

Class C1 or Class C driver’s license

Job description

BCP (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) Council's Highway Delivery Team are looking for Skilled Highway Operatives to join us in the delivery of works including routine maintenance, construction schemes, traffic management, winter service provision and much more. Do you have experience in the following types of Highway Work and are committed to improving the public highway for our residents and visitors?

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Experience in Highways Maintenance – patching, remedial repairs
• Experience in Highways Construction/Resurfacing – small and major highway improvement schemes to the network
• Experience in deployment of Traffic Management on rural and urban roads, including high‑speed networks
• Class C1 or Class C driver’s licence
• Ability to remain calm and polite when engaging with members of the public

Our Highway Maintenance Operative roles are currently subject to receipt of a Labour Market Supplement of £100 per month, subject to the outcome of BCP Council's Pay & Reward review. This role is also subject to a full pre‑employment medical questionnaire being completed by successful applicants.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world‑renowned coastline. We can offer career‑defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world‑class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Benefits

A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council

At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce – we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people.

Pay

£33,821 per year (estimated) – permanent part‑time (new)

Salary range: £28,142 – £31,537 (Band 5, pro rata for part‑time colleagues). All new starters start at the bottom of the pay band. The role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward‑thinking team. For more information, see the new terms and conditions on our careers site.