Skilled Highways Operative - Paving & Drainage

Northumberland County Council Jobs; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme (where applicable)

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking a Skilled Highways Operative to lead or join a team delivering highway repairs and maintenance across the county. You will perform modular paving, kerb work, drainage tasks and related activities using specialist equipment.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, experience in highways and construction, and a Level 2 or equivalent qualification. You will follow plans and schedules, keep accurate records, and contribute to safe, high-quality

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving Licence is required.
• Previous experience in Highways and Construction.
• Level 2 or Equivalent Qualification.
• Ability to understand complex spoken/written instructions and plans/drawings, and to calculate work requirements and keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Lead or be part of a team delivering highways repairs and maintenance.
• Carry out modular and block paving tasks.
• Lay insitu concrete and associated reinforcement.
• Install and repair drainage pipes and systems, operate jetting plant.
• Fit formwork and shoring equipment; install metal bollards.

Skills

Valid UK Driving Licence

Highways experience

Construction experience

Understanding plans/drawings

Education

Level 2 or Equivalent Qualification

Job description

Northumberland County Council is seeking a Skilled Highways Operative to lead or join a team delivering highway repairs and maintenance across the county. You will perform modular paving, kerb work, drainage tasks and related activities using specialist equipment.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, experience in highways and construction, and a Level 2 or equivalent qualification. You will follow plans and schedules, keep accurate records, and contribute to safe, high-quality