Highways Maintenance Operative

Overview

Title:

Highways Maintenance Operative

Requisition
We have new opportunities for Highways Maintenance Operatives to join our NMC NE Account in Dundee
. This is a full time Permanent role.

The hours for the role are 39 hours per week
, Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (3:30pm Friday finish) with occasional night shift. This position offers a competitive salary and overtime.

Highways Maintenance Operatives are essential for maintaining safe and efficient roads, reducing accidents, and ensuring smooth traffic flow. Their work minimises vehicle emissions, prevents flooding, and keeps roads clear during winter. Additionally, their efforts in litter picking enhance the environment and public spaces.
In this role you will play an important part in all aspects of highway maintenance works including routine and cyclic maintenance activities, minor civils work, litter picking, etc., as well as undertaking winter emergency call out and standby.

• Undertaking various highway maintenance tasks, including carriageway and footway patching, kerbing, ironwork replacement, and drainage maintenance.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, including HGVs and small plant machinery, ensuring all checks and routine maintenance are complete.
• Participate in winter and summer standby duties, including emergency callouts.
• Safety is high on our agenda, so ensuring the safety of yourself and the team is paramount.
• Keep accurate records and complete all necessary paperwork, maintaining communication and liaising with Amey employees, sub-contractors, emergency services, police, clients, and customers.

• Experience in roads and/or street works
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Demonstrate awareness of Health and Safety regulations, always ensuring compliance
• Be self-motivated, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team
• It would be ideal if you have previous winter maintenance experience in a similar role.

It would be preferred if you have an HGV Licence for this position, however, is not essential.

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary:
  Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth:
  Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities.
• Training Opportunities:
  Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded programs tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities:
  Access mentorship and programs like Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership.
• Pension:
  Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays:
  Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy further 5 days.
• Flexible Benefits:
  Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts:
  Access an online portal with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
• Social Impact:
  Participate in community initiatives with paid volunteering days and other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, regardless of background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to the recruiter for this role.

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