Highways Operative - 154809

Ringway London; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Ringway London is seeking a Highways Operative in Plymouth to carry out general maintenance and operations. This permanent full-time position requires responding to emergencies and assisting with winter maintenance. Key skills include manual handling, driving license, and safety certifications. Ideal candidates will have at least 12 months of experience and a willingness to undertake relevant training. Join a dedicated team in a rewarding role with ample opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum level of everyday behaviour as set out in the company behaviours matrix.
• Generally hold 12 months+ experience.
• Ability to apply a wide range of generalist skills and use small plant and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance works and operations.
• Respond to emergencies and call‑outs during or out of hours.
• Assist with winter maintenance activities as a second man or driver’s mate.

Skills

Banksman

Manual Handling

Abrasive Wheels

Emergency First Aid

Safe Dig

Current Driving Licence

CSCS card

Job description

Highways Operative - 154809

Location: Plymouth

Summary

To carry out general maintenance works and operations, working with a Chargehand, undertaking a wide range of routine and cyclical works. To respond to emergencies and call‑outs during or out of hours on rotas as required and assist with winter maintenance activities as a second man or driver’s mate. Includes apprentices who have fully completed training.

Desirable Skills

• Banksman
• Manual Handling
• Abrasive Wheels
• Emergency First Aid
• Safe Dig
• Current Driving Licence
• CSCS card if client requirement
• Minimum level of everyday behaviour as set out in the company behaviours matrix

Specialist Skills

• Ability to apply a wide range of generalist skills
• Understand risk assessments and act accordingly under safe systems of work
• Understand and carry out work as set out in a specification
• Generally hold 12 months+ experience
• Potential & interest in obtaining LGV licence
• Undertaken training on General health & safety awareness, Risk assessment awareness, Traffic Management, Use of PDA as required
• Ability to use small plant and equipment
• Ability to operate mini excavator

General Competencies

• Team player, prepared to contribute and participate fully in team work
• Prepared to work varying hours to meet the needs of the business
• Willingness to apply skills to a variety of different highways jobs, with changing team members
• Prepared to develop and undertake relevant training and qualifications
• Be able to complete record sheets, paper or electronic
• Be able to take responsibility for plant and equipment
• Ability to use own initiative
• To understand and be responsible for own safety, plus that of those around them
• To be available for emergency and/or winter call‑outs

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full Time – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday