Highways Maintenance Operative — Outdoor Civil & Plant Ops

VolkerFitzpatrick Limited; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave extras

Birthday day off

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Vouchers and discounts

Skills-based training

Maternity benefits

Flexible working

Employee support program

Virtual GP

Job summary

VolkerHighways is seeking a Highways Operative to join the Term Maintenance Contract based at the Chichester depot in West Sussex. You will carry out a range of highways maintenance tasks and operate plant and machinery, with training provided where required.

We value team players who can work outdoors in all weather, hold a UK driving licence, and are willing to undertake training (NRSWA, CSCS, winter duties). We offer competitive rewards and development opportunities within VolkerWessels UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in highways maintenance, construction or general civils (preferred but not essential).
• NRSWA or Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR)
• Confident operating plant and tools
• A strong team player with a positive and reliable work ethic.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full UK driving licence (HGV desirable but not essential).
• Willingness to undertake training and development (e.g. NRSWA, CSCS, winter duties).

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of highways maintenance tasks including: kerb laying and footway works, drainage repairs and installation, asphalt and patching works, general civils and groundworks.
• Operate mechanical plant and machinery (training and certification where required).
• Support emergency call-out and winter maintenance operations as part of an out-of-hours rota.
• Work collaboratively with direct labour and subcontract partners to achieve daily/weekly targets.
• Ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with VolkerHighways’ quality standards.
• Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.

Skills

Team player

Plant operation

Job description

VolkerHighways is seeking a Highways Operative to join the Term Maintenance Contract based at the Chichester depot in West Sussex. You will carry out a range of highways maintenance tasks and operate plant and machinery, with training provided where required.

We value team players who can work outdoors in all weather, hold a UK driving licence, and are willing to undertake training (NRSWA, CSCS, winter duties). We offer competitive rewards and development opportunities within VolkerWessels UK.