Locations: Staffordshire, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding Areas
Looking for a steady job, good pay and the chance to learn new skills?
We're recruiting Highways Operatives to join our growing highways vegetation team. You don't need years of experience. If you're hardworking, reliable and happy working outdoors, we'll provide training and support to help you build a long-term career.
What's in it for you?
£25,000 - £35,000 per year
Additional night shift bonus
Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week
Overtime available
Full training provided
Industry qualifications paid for
Full PPE and equipment supplied
Career progression opportunities
Guaranteed Christmas shutdown
Long-term, stable employment
What You'll Be Doing
Working on highways projects across the UK, you'll help keep roadside vegetation safe and under control by:
Cutting grass and clearing vegetation
Operating strimmers, brushcutters and blowers
Feeding woodchippers
Assisting tree and hedge clearance teams
General site maintenance and litter clearance
Working safely as part of a professional team
Most work takes place at night, helping keep road users moving while works are carried out safely.
Who We're Looking For
You may be a labourer, grounds worker, landscaper, farm worker, warehouse operative, construction worker or simply someone who enjoys practical outdoor work.
We're looking for people who are:
Reliable and willing to work hard
Team players with a positive attitude
Happy working outdoors in all weather
Comfortable working night shifts
Willing to travel to different work locations
No experience in highways? No problem. Training can be provided for the right candidates.
A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential.
Training & Qualifications
We can support you in gaining industry-recognised qualifications including:
Brushcutter / Strimmer
Wood Chipper
Highways Passport
CSCS
LANTRA Training
Basic Chainsaw Maintenance
About the company
Our client is a leading highways vegetation management contractor delivering works across the UK. Our teams carry out grass cutting, tree work, hedge maintenance and vegetation clearance on major road networks. With around 90% of our work taking place at night, we offer stable employment, ongoing training and genuine opportunities to progress within the business.
Apply today and start building a long-term career in the highways industry.
How to apply
eRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.
You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.
We look forward to receiving your application
Salary description
£25000.00 - £35000.00 per year