Traffic Management Operative

Network Plus group; Rainham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking an experienced Traffic Management Operative to manage schemes and ensure smooth, safe operation on diverse projects across the UK. Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends as required is essential.

You will oversee traffic control measures, perform risk assessments, and maintain vehicle safety while promoting a professional company image on site. A valid UK driving licence and Lantra 12d certification are required.

Qualifications

• Lantra 12d accreditation as a minimum TTMBC (12d M1-M2)
• Lantra 12a/b accreditation; IPV driver; foreman advantageous
• Understand Chapter 8 and Safety at Street Works (Red Book) and how these apply
• Full valid UK driving licence
• Able to read and understand CAD drawings for works
• Mechanical ability related to Traffic Lights is preferable

Responsibilities

• Oversee all traffic management methods: Give/Take, Stop/Go, portable signals, convoy work, road closures, lane diversions
• Ensure work follows safe methods and best practices
• Carry out risk assessments and method statements for traffic works
• Follow laid down procedures; identify improvements and report to supervisor
• Conduct daily vehicle checks for cleanliness and safety
• Promote a positive company image and site cleanliness
• Demonstrate initiative to identify improvements on site
• Assist the public and direct them safely through site lines

Skills

Lantra 12d

IPV driver

CAD drawings

Mechanical ability

Full UK driving licence

Foreman advantageous

Job description

Description

As an experienced Traffic Management Operative, you will be required to work on Traffic Management Schemes for a range of projects, helping them to run smoothly and efficiently to achieve maximum production in a working day, whilst maintaining a high Health and Safety standard. This role requires flexibility due to the nature of the business. You must be able to work both days and nights, including some weekends as required. You must have a can do and responsible attitude to work.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for someone to:

• Oversee all methods of traffic management; Give and take, Priority, Stop/Go boards, Portable traffic signals, Convoy working, Road closures, Lane closures and diversions
• Ensure all work is carried out according to safe working methods and best practice procedures
• Carry out risk assessments and method statements on works involving traffic management
• Ensure that all activities associated with the job are carried out according to laid down procedures where possible. Identify areas that can be improved and report to your line manager
• Ensure that daily vehicle checks are carried out – to ensure cleanliness and tidiness of vehicle and the safety of the driver and passenger
• Promote positive company image whilst at work (via wearing of company clothing, attitude, and site cleanliness)
• Demonstrate initiative by constantly looking to see where improvements can be made
• Assist the public, directing them through safe site lines when required
• Ascertain when management intervention is required

GTM Golden Rules to be followed

• Only undertake Traffic Management activities that you have the qualification to undertake (LANTRA)
• All Traffic Management setups must be compliant with guidance and legislation (Red Book, Chapter 8, ARTSM etc.)
• Regularly check your site to ensure it remains compliant
• Report any unsafe acts and conditions, and rectify immediately if safe and competent to do so
• Drive safely and avoid distractions. Keep within the speed limit and drive with due care and attention to prevent road traffic collisions
• Park vehicles safely, taking consideration of members of the public and other road users
• Five-point PPE to be worn on site at all times

Experience and Qualifications

• Lantra 12d accreditation as a minimum TTMBC, 12d (M1-M2)
• Lantra 12 a/b accreditation, IPV driver, foreman advantageous
• Provide evidence that you understand the differences between Chapter 8 and the Safety at Street Works and Road Works (red book) and how these apply
• Full valid UK driving licence
• Be able to read and understand CAD drawings, in relation to the works required
• Preferable to have mechanical ability in relation to Traffic Lights

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.