Highways Maintenance Operative

This is an opportunity to make a real difference to your local community by helping to maintain and improve the highway network across Somerset. You'll be part of a supportive team, responding to defects, carrying out reactive works, and supporting emergency responses and winter maintenance activities when needed. At Kier, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone is empowered to achieve their career goals, and we value the diverse skills and creativity our people bring.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you'll be working within the highways maintenance team, supporting them in delivering efficient and timely highway services. Your day to day will include:

-Responding to highway defects within designated timescales, including installing and removing emergency traffic management signage

-Delivering minor improvement works to enhance the Somerset network

-Using tablet devices to provide accurate records of works and incidents

-Operating a variety of plant and equipment safely and effectively

-Promoting customer care by working closely with colleagues and interacting politely with clients and the general public

What are we looking for?

This role of Highways Maintenance Operative is great for you if:

-You hold a Full driving licence

You're self-motivated with good communication and interpersonal skills

-You're capable of working under pressure in a safety-critical role

-You enjoy working as part of a team whilst also being able to work independently with minimal supervision

-You're committed to promoting health and safety in the workplace, Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
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