Highways Operative

Poolhall Recruitment Ltd; Bilston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional recruitment agency is seeking Highways General Operatives to join a busy highway maintenance team. This role involves working away from home, primarily during night shifts. Key responsibilities include carrying out maintenance tasks and operating equipment safely. The position offers clear pathways for career progression. Essential requirements are a valid CSCS card and a full UK driving license. This is a permanent role with training and subsistence provided when working away.

Benefits

Accommodation and subsistence when working away

Clear progression routes with higher pay bands

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Traffic Management or as a Highways Operative.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out highways maintenance tasks, including general labouring and vegetation clearance.
• Conduct GPS surveying and drainage surveys using radar scanning equipment.
• Operate and maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment safely.

Skills

Traffic Management

Highways Operative experience

Confidence using technology

Ability to work in physically demanding tasks

Health and safety understanding

Education

Valid CSCS card

Highways Passport

First Aid qualification

Job description

Poolhall Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for Highways General Operatives to join their busy Highway Maintenance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and motivated individuals to build a long-term career in highways maintenance, with training and career progression available.

Role Overview

You’ll be working as part of a dedicated team responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the highway network across the South East, North and Wales Locations. This role involves working away from home during the week - accommodation and daily food allowance are provided.

It is both essential to be able to work away every week, work both day and night shifts (70% of work could be nights) and to hold a driving licence.

Starting as a General Operative, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, gain further qualifications, and move up through pay bandings as you gain experience.

Pay & Progression

Initial pay rates:

• Day shift: £125 per day
• Night shift: £162 per night

Example higher bandings once qualified:

• Band 7: Day £132.30 | Night £171.99
• Band 6: Day £143.33 | Night £186.32

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of highways maintenance tasks, including:
  • General labouring and vegetation clearance
  • GPS surveying and drainage surveys (using radar scanning equipment)
  • Asset inspections and report preparation
  • Operate and maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment safely and effectively
  • Support colleagues and contribute to a productive team environment
  • Communicate with customers, contract partners, and other departments as needed
  • Ensure all work complies with company policies, health and safety standards, and statutory requirements

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in Traffic Management or as a Highways Operative
• Valid CSCS card
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Highways Passport, Safety Critical Medical, and First Aid qualifications (desirable)
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements
• Confidence using technology (apps, tablets, Microsoft Office)
• Ability to read and follow site plans and instructions

Why Apply?

• Permanent role (following a temp-to-perm period)
• Accommodation and subsistence included when working away
• Clear progression routes with qualifications and higher pay bands available
• Opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects

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