Highways Maintenance Operative

Amey Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits scheme

Save with Amey discounts

Job summary

Amey Ltd. seeks a Highways Maintenance Operative to join the Sheffield team, based on-site at Olive Grove depot (S2 3GE). You will contribute to the safety and efficiency of our road network across Sheffield.

The role covers routine and cyclic maintenance, litter collection, winter operations, vehicle checks, and documentation. A UK driving licence and 3–6 months highways experience are required; TTMBc accreditation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Full UK clean Drivers Licence.
• 3–6 months experience on highways network.
• TTMBC accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and cyclic maintenance on highways and minor civil works.
• Litter collection and winter maintenance.
• Conduct vehicle checks prior to shift, maintain and clean vehicles, and record driver hours.
• Operate vehicles and plant equipment and perform routine maintenance/repairs.
• Communicate with Amey employees, sub-contractors, emergency services, police and the public.
• Maintain accurate records and complete paperwork for time/resource utilisation.

Skills

Driver's Licence (UK)

Highways maintenance experience

Education

TTMBC accreditation

Job description

Career Opportunities: Highways Maintenance Operative (13111)

Requisition ID13111-Posted29/09/2026-Transport Infrastructure-Sheffield - Olive Grove Depot

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Highways Maintenance Operativeto join our vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK. This role will be based on-site at our Olive Grove depot (S2 3GE) and around Sheffield.

What will the role offer?

Working at Amey puts you at the centre of an inspiring expert team. In this role, you will support the Sheffield account, playing a vital part in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our road networks.

As a Highways Maintenance Operative, your responsibilities will include routine and cyclic maintenance, minor civil works, litter collection, and winter maintenance, all of which are essential for the wellbeing of the community and the environment.

Additionally, your duties will involve conducting vehicle checks, operating equipment, and keeping precise records to ensure smooth operations and efficient resource use. Your efforts will have a significant positive impact on the Sheffield account and enhance the quality of life for the public.

The standard hours of work are 40 hours per week

We offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, part-time and flexible working patterns. With our network of offices across the UK, we are open to discussing working options that match your needs, with the flexibility to change how you work as your life evolves.

What you will be doing:

• Perform routine and cyclic maintenance activities, minor civil works, litter picking, and winter maintenance operations.
• Participate in emergency call out operations and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct vehicle checks prior to shift, maintain and clean vehicles, and record driver hours.
• Operate vehicles and plant equipment, including routine maintenance and necessary repairs.
• Communicate and liaise with Amey employees, sub-contractors, emergency services, police, and the general public.
• Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork for time and resource utilisation.

What you’ll bring:

• Full UK clean Drivers Licence
• 3-6 months experience on highways network
• TTMBC accreditation

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, and we will provide you with development or training to support you.

What we can offer you

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some of our benefits include:

• Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition
• Competitive salary and compensation
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
• Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
• Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities

About Amey

Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Diversity and Inclusion

We constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We seek out the skills, joy and energy that often-marginalised groups can bring to our teams and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.