Traffic Management Operative

Lanes Group; Leyland; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Overtime paid at X1.5

Use of company van

Loyalty bonus

Pension

Death in service

Training and progression opportunities

Full PPE provided

Job summary

Lanes Group is looking for a Traffic Management Operative based in Leyland. In this full-time role, you'll oversee traffic management schemes, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The position requires relevant accreditation and a valid UK driving license. Employees enjoy a supportive workplace culture, training opportunities, and 20 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

OTE earnings can reach up to £50,000 based on overtime. This is an excellent chance to join a reputable company offering a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Lantra 12d accreditation and TTMBC required.
• Full valid UK driving license with no more than 6 points.
• Ability to read and understand CAD drawings related to traffic management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all methods of traffic management on site.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure safety protocols.
• Perform daily vehicle checks to maintain cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Traffic management knowledge

Health and Safety standards

Cad drawing comprehension

Computer literacy

Education

Lantra 12d accreditation

Full valid UK driving license

Job description

Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.

We provide award winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, multi utilities and the highways sector. We are passionate about working alongside our client’s and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life throughout the UK.

About the Role

As a Traffic Management Operative, you will be required to work on our planned Traffic Management Schemes helping them to run smoothly and efficiently to achieve maximum production in a working day, whilst maintaining a high Health and Safety standard. The works are a mixture of reactive and planned works.

We are seeking Operatives who are North West based so you could be located in Preston or Manchester however you must be able to travel to the depot in Leyland.

You will also be required to go on a standby rota and be flexible to the business needs in working nights and weekends. This is a full time, permanent position within a growing, and busy department.

Location: North West based - depot in Leyland

Hours: 50 hours per week

Salary: £35,000 per annum basic with OTE earnings of up to £50,000 based on overtime.

Responsibilities

• You will oversee all methods of traffic management; Give and take, Priority, Stop/Go boards, Portable traffic signals, Convoy working, Road closures, Lane closures and diversions.
• You will carry out risk assessments and method statements on works involving traffic management.
• You will ensure that all activities associated with the job are carried out according to laid down procedures where possible.
• You will ensure that daily vehicle checks are carried out to ensure cleanliness and tidiness of vehicle and the safety of the driver and passenger.
• You will demonstrate initiative by constantly looking to see where improvements can be made.
• You will be happy to assist the public, directing them through safe site lines when required.

Experience and Qualifications

• Lantra 12d accreditation, TTMBC, 12d (M1, M2, M5, M6) Lantra 12 a/b accreditation.
• Full valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
• Be able to read and understand CAD drawings, in relation to the works required preferably to have mechanical ability in relation to Traffic Lights.
• Be IT literate as usage of a tablet will be needed to input data

What you will get in return

In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group - the UK’s largest independent provider, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well‑being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.

What we offer

• 20 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Overtime paid at X1.5 of salary for weekdays and weekends
• Use of company van which can be taken home
• Loyalty bonus
• Pension
• Death in service
• Training and progression opportunities beyond M5 level up to supervisor and management level
• Full PPE provided

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community

Strictly no agencies please