Highways Operative

5 months ago


Guildford, United Kingdom Sharpish ltd Full time

As a Highways Labourer, you're a crucial part of road maintenance and construction projects, providing essential support to ensure the smooth operation of the team. Here's a brief job description for the role:
**Job Title: Highways Labourer**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Manual Labour**: Perform a variety of manual tasks such as digging, shovelling, lifting, and carrying materials to support road maintenance and construction activities.
- **Traffic Management**: Assist in setting up and maintaining traffic management systems, including cones, signs, and barriers, to ensure the safety of road users and work crews.
- **Surface Preparation**: Prepare work sites by clearing debris, vegetation, and other obstacles, as well as cleaning and sweeping surfaces in readiness for repair or construction work.
- **Material Handling**: Assist in loading and unloading materials, equipment, and tools from vehicles, ensuring proper handling and safe transportation on site.
- **Equipment Operation**: Operate small machinery and tools under supervision, such as jackhammers, compactors, and power drills, to assist with tasks as required.
- **Assistance to Skilled Workers**: Support skilled tradespeople, such as road workers, pavers, and construction workers, by providing assistance with tasks as directed.
- **Safety Compliance**: Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others.
- **Team Collaboration**: Work closely with other team members, including supervisors, drivers, and equipment operators, to coordinate tasks and ensure efficient project completion.

**Requirements**:

- Physical fitness and stamina to perform manual tasks in various weather conditions.
- Willingness to work outdoors and in potentially challenging environments.
- Basic understanding of health and safety practices in a construction or labour-intensive environment.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work variable hours and weekends as needed.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for training and career advancement within the construction industry.
- Satisfaction of contributing to the improvement and maintenance of vital infrastructure.

**Note**: This job description provides a general overview of the role and may vary depending on the specific requirements of the employer and the nature of the road maintenance or construction projects.

**Job Type**: Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £115.00-£120.00 per day

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Labourer: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: On the road


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