Highways Maintenance Operative

Highway Maintenance Operatives - | Permanent Roles | Surrey

• Competitive salary
• Full-time, permanent role
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Ongoing training and professional development

As a Highway Maintenance Operative, you'll be working across Surrey to ensure the safety and upkeep of highways and roads. Your day‑to‑day tasks will include:

• Patching potholes and resurfacing works
• Drainage repairs and maintenance
• Responsive/reactive roadworks
• Structural road and footpath repairs
• Kerbing, white works, and verge reinstatement
• Operating machinery such as rollers, compactors, and pneumatic tools
• Installing and repairing ironwork, kerbs, and drainage systems
• Preparing and reinstating excavation areas with materials like tarmac, asphalt, or concrete
• Identifying underground utilities and working safely around them

We’re seeking individuals with hands‑on experience in highway maintenance, particularly in the following areas:

• Drainage
• Patching
• Structural repairs
• Responsive repair works
• General reinstatement

• NRSWA Operatives Units 1-9
• NHSS 12AB or 12D
• HGV Class 2 (Category
  
  C) license (desirable)
• A full UK manual driving licence is essential for all applicants.

• Previous experience in highway maintenance or traffic management
• Familiarity with road safety and reinstatement standards
• Confidence operating plant, tools, and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive work ethic
• Good communication skills and a team-first attitude

This is more than just a job—it’s a long-term opportunity to become part of a respected team delivering essential work for the Surrey community. You'll be supported with training, enjoy strong job security, and work in a team that values safety, quality, and growth.