Highways Maintenance Operative

RG Setsquare; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time, permanent role

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Death in service cover

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

RG Setsquare is recruiting Highway Maintenance Operatives for permanent roles across Kent. You will join a trusted team maintaining highways, with full training provided and clear career progression.

Day-to-day duties include patching potholes, drainage repairs, roadworks, kerbing and reinstatement, plus operating rollers, compactors and pneumatic tools. A strong team ethic, safety focus and driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on highway maintenance experience preferred in drainage and reinstatement.
• NRSWA Operatives Units 1-9 certification.
• NHSS 12AB or 12D certification is desirable.
• Full UK manual driving licence is essential for all applicants.
• HGV Class 2 licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Patching potholes and resurfacing works.
• Drainage repairs and maintenance.
• Responsive/reactive roadworks.
• Structural road and footpath repairs.
• Kerbing, white works, and verge reinstatement.
• Operating rollers, compactors, and pneumatic tools.
• Installing and repairing ironwork, kerbs, and drainage systems.
• Preparing and reinstating excavation areas with tarmac, asphalt or concrete.
• Identifying underground utilities and working safely around them.

Skills

Drainage

Patching

Structural repairs

Responsive repair works

General reinstatement

Tools

Rollers

Compactors

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Highway Maintenance Operatives - | Permanent Roles | Kent

My client has secured a prestigious 10+ year contract to maintain Kent's Highways, and they are now looking to grow their team with skilled and dedicated Highway Maintenance Operatives.

These are permanent positions offering stability, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career progression. Full training and qualifications will be provided, making this a fantastic opportunity for experienced professionals to grow their careers with a trusted name in the industry.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Full-time, permanent role
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Ongoing training and professional development

Your Role:

As a Highway Maintenance Operative, you'll be working across Surrey to ensure the safety and upkeep of highways and roads. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Patching potholes and resurfacing works
• Drainage repairs and maintenance
• Responsive/reactive roadworks
• Structural road and footpath repairs
• Kerbing, white works, and verge reinstatement
• Operating machinery such as rollers, compactors, and pneumatic tools
• Installing and repairing ironwork, kerbs, and drainage systems
• Preparing and reinstating excavation areas with materials like tarmac, asphalt, or concrete
• Identifying underground utilities and working safely around them

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking individuals with hands-on experience in highway maintenance, particularly in the following areas:

• Drainage
• Patching
• Structural repairs
• Responsive repair works
• General reinstatement

Preferred Qualifications:

• NRSWA Operatives Units 1-9
• NHSS 12AB or 12D
• HGV Class 2 (Category C) license (desirable)A full UK manual driving licence is essential for all applicants.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience in highway maintenance or traffic management
• Familiarity with road safety and reinstatement standards
• Confidence operating plant, tools, and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive work ethic
• Good communication skills and a team-first attitude

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job-it's a long-term opportunity to become part of a respected team delivering essential work for the Surrey community. You'll be supported with training, enjoy strong job security, and work in a team that values safety, quality, and growth.