Highways Operative: Build, Patch & Maintain Road Network

Westmorland and Furness Council; Workington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a Highway Operative to carry out minor highway construction, patching, reactive maintenance, and drainage works, plus related grounds maintenance. You will support Highway Team Leaders in inspecting and repairing the network and ensure safety and quality on site.

You will manage traffic on site, respond to emergency callouts, repair fencing, install traffic signs, and operate small plant and tools, with opportunities for career growth within the team.

Responsibilities

• Minor highway construction, patching, reactive maintenance, and drainage works.
• Engage in grounds maintenance and support Highway Team Leaders in inspecting and repairing the highway network.
• Traffic management on site and handling emergency callouts.
• Fencing repairs and installation of traffic signs.
• Operate small plant and tools.

Job description

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a Highway Operative to carry out minor highway construction, patching, reactive maintenance, and drainage works, plus related grounds maintenance. You will support Highway Team Leaders in inspecting and repairing the network and ensure safety and quality on site.

You will manage traffic on site, respond to emergency callouts, repair fencing, install traffic signs, and operate small plant and tools, with opportunities for career growth within the team.