Highways Operative

3 months ago


Winscombe, United Kingdom North Somerset Environment Company Full time

(Pay award pending 1st April 2024)

39 hours.

NSEC are currently seeking an experienced Highway/Construction operate to join our highways division located at Sandford. You will be a part of a 2/3-person team to carry out a range of services including kerbing, hot & cold lay patching, erecting & dismantling fencing and signage. Also, to become a member of the Winter Maintenance on call team for the winter season.

**Roles and your responsibilities**:

- Operatives will be accountable for carrying out the works given to them by their supervisor or chargehand in a safe, efficient, and timely manner and escalate any issues to their supervisor.
- Will be required to be on emergency and winter standby to meet business needs.
- Attending different locations around the county to carry out tarmac, white works, gully repairs and any other duties that meets company requirements.
- Operating different types of plant and equipment.
- Carry out daily risk assessments, pre site checks & vehicle checks.
- Erection and maintenance of sign, lighting & guarding.
- Take responsibility of vehicles, plant and equipment ensuring they are maintained to a high standard.
- Available to work flexible shifts, including days and nights.
- Opportunity to upskill to become a professional Driver with our in-house Driver Training Academy.

**Skills/Qualifications**:

- To hold either a CSCS card/NPORS/SSSTS
- To hold a current UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
- To have experience in highways/construction industry
- Willing to take on additional training

**What we are offering**:

- Company Pension up to 5% employer contribution.
- Free Life Policy.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Seasonal burger van and ice cream van on site - free for all staff
- Promotional Opportunities with internal recruitment.
- Upskill to become a professional Driver with our in-house Driver Training Academy.
- Career Development including formal qualifications and vocational certificates.
- Free Parking on site.
- Mental Health: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household.
- Physical Health: local Gym Discount at various sites in north somerset (including swimming pool access and gym classes).

**Want to know more and apply?**

**Closing Date: 30th June 2024**

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,375.00-£25,843.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HWOP0224