General Operative (Highways Maintenance)

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts.

We are currently seeking a Highways Operative to join our Highways team and support the work on our Term Maintenance Contract, based out of the Luton depot.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out a variety of highways maintenance tasks including:
Kerb laying and footway works
Drainage repairs and installation
Asphalt and patching works
General civils and groundworks
Operate mechanical plant and machinery (training and certification where required).
Support emergency call-out and winter maintenance operations as part of an out-of-hours rota.
Work collaboratively with direct labour and subcontract partners to achieve daily/weekly targets.
Ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with VolkerHighways' quality standards.
Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.About you

Experience in highways maintenance, construction or general civils (preferred but not essential).
NRSWA or Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR)
Confident operating plant and tools
A strong team player with a positive and reliable work ethic.
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Full UK driving licence (HGV desirable but not essential).
Willingness to undertake training and development (e.g. NRSWA, CSCS, winter duties).If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional annual leave
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefit
Flexible working opportunities
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
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Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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