On-Call Highway Operative (Out-of-Hours)

Connect2Swindon; Swindon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect2Swindon are recruiting an Out Of Hours Call Out Operative for Swindon Council. The casual role operates from Waterside Park Depot and supports emergency highway works outside normal hours, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.

You will join the Highways Operations team, attend site within 30 minutes of call-out, and lead a small gang to ensure safe, compliant works on the highway before sites are left in a safe condition.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• Street Works (NRSWA) qualification
• Understanding of highway maintenance, civil engineering, or groundworks

Responsibilities

• Respond to out-of-hours emergencies on the highway on a rota basis
• Attend site within 30 minutes of being called out
• Make the highway safe and complete emergency works to a safe standard
• Lead a gang of up to three operatives on site
• Complete accurate time sheets for yourself and the gang
• Keep tools, plant and vehicles clean and in good working order
• Disposal of waste in line with environmental requirements
• Erect/remove signs and barriers in line with the UK Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8
• Follow RAMS, wear PPE, attend toolbox talks and training

Job description

Connect2Swindon are recruiting an Out Of Hours Call Out Operative for Swindon Council. The casual role operates from Waterside Park Depot and supports emergency highway works outside normal hours, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.

You will join the Highways Operations team, attend site within 30 minutes of call-out, and lead a small gang to ensure safe, compliant works on the highway before sites are left in a safe condition.