Highways Maintenance Operative Apprentice

AMEY; Kettering; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is offering an exciting opportunity for a Highways Maintenance Operative Apprentice in Kettering. This role includes hands-on maintenance tasks, support for emergency operations, and professional mentorship. Candidates must have a valid UK driving license and be 18 or older. The starting salary is competitive, with opportunities for career growth and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Comprehensive training and development programs

Flexible working options

Access to exclusive discounts

Two Social Impact Days for volunteering

Qualifications

• Must achieve a minimum of entry level 3 in Maths and English if GCSEs are not held.
• At least 18 years of age due to nature of work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out highway maintenance tasks, including drainage and litter picking.
• Maintain and operate vehicles and TTM equipment.
• Support emergency and winter operations.

Skills

Full UK Driving License

Ability to achieve entry level 3 in Maths and English

Job description

Overview

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Highways Maintenance Operative Apprentice to join our Area 7 account.

Starting Salary : £28,729 (Subject to review)

Location : Pytchley, NN15 6XS/ Rothersthorpe Depot, M1 Northbound Services, Junction 15, NN49QS

Working hours per week: Monday - Friday, Days and Nights. 07:00 - 15:00 Days, 19:00 - 05:00 Nights. 45hrs/week

Start date : April 2026

Apprenticeship Link: Lead traffic management operative / Skills England

As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Lead Traffic Management Operative level 2 apprenticeship which will take approximately 21 months to complete. You will be fully supported by our partnered training provider to achieve this qualification, having 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a whole team of experts on hand for advice and technical knowledge at your office.

Join our vibrant, inclusive community within Area 7 working on diverse projects that make a real positive impact across the UK.

Amey has been working in partnership with National Highways since 2016. We maintain over 700 kilometres providing maintenance and response across a vast area of some of the UK's busiest motorways and strategic highways in the East Midlands and north of England. As many as 180,000 vehicles a day use certain sections of this vital network.

Our team of 200+ provide vital maintenance and respond to incidents to keep the travelling public moving ensuring the 4.5 million citizens across the East Midlands experience better and safer journeys every day.

What you will do

• As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you will be hands-on with real-world maintenance and response activities, gaining valuable experience that directly supports your apprenticeship. You will be a key part of a proactive team, tackling a variety of essential tasks that keep our roads safe and running smoothly, including:
• Carry out highway maintenance tasks, such as minor civils, drainage, litter picking, and carriageway patching.
• Interpret regulations and manage temporary traffic systems, including selection, installation, maintenance, and recovery.
• Maintain, document, handle, and store TTM equipment safely and effectively.
• Operate vehicles and plant, including routine checks, maintenance, and cleaning.
• Support emergency and winter operations as required.
• Ensure health and safety compliance for self, team, and the public.
• Record driver hours and resource usage accurately.
• Maintain communication and documentation with colleagues, contractors, and external parties.

What you will bring

• If you do not hold GCSE/functional skills qualifications, you must achieve a minimum of entry level 3 in Maths and English during initial assessment
• Full UK Driving license
• DBS requirement
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work associated with this account.

Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing in line with our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment

Please ensure you upload your certificates, predicted grades, or achieved qualifications with your application, as we will shortlist based on this information. Any offer of employment is conditional upon meeting the required academic criteria. If you experience any issues uploading documents, please contact our People Services team.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

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.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
• Career Growth: Throughout your programme, you will receive first-class mentoring and a structured learning and development programme to enable your professional and personal development.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy 24 days leave plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible working - Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns open for discussion.
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• 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

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

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

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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