Highway Maintenance Operative

7 days ago


Clifton, York, United Kingdom Colas Limited Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Highway Maintenance Operative

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Highway Maintenance Operative to join our Zonal Response Team (ZRT) at Colas Limited. As a ZRT Operative, you will be responsible for safely carrying out temporary defect repairs on highways, working closely with our dispatchers and supervisors to ensure that works orders are completed on time and to the required quality standards.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Safely carry out temporary defect repairs on highways
  • Apply safe methods of working to all activities
  • Understand and follow procedures relating to Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations
  • Understand and follow procedures relating to Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome regulations (HAVS)
  • Drive within the confines of The Road Traffic Act
  • Operate machinery as required and directed by the Supervisor
  • Install/Remove Traffic Management as required
  • Be available to work four days on and four days off, both daytime and nights, including bank holiday working
  • Ensure that all operations carried out within our area of responsibility are undertaken with full regard for the safety of visitors, other members of staff, and yourself
  • Ensure all activities are undertaken with due regard for the environment, to prevent pollution, comply with legal and corporate requirements, and minimize environmental impact

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a flexible and hardworking individual with experience in a similar highways maintenance environment and C1E driving experience. You will be enthusiastic and able to work within a small team, working under minimal supervision. A valid UK Driving Licence (Essential) and HGV Class 2 Licence is required unless you come from a strong Traffic Management work background. You will be in good physical health as the role can sometimes be physically demanding. DCPC, Traffic Management TTMBC is desirable.

Package Description:

We offer a great total compensation package, including:

  • A salary between £11.44 to £14.37 (depending on experiences and licences)
  • Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
  • Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
  • 20.5 days annual leave per year inclusive of bank holidays
  • Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
  • Hybrid Working Scheme
  • Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
  • Ongoing personal/professional development
  • Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants, and much more through our online employee benefits portal

About Us:

We are a business that holds three core values: Caring, Sharing, and Daring. We are committed to Caring for our colleagues, promoting equality and diversity, and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency, and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders. We harness a productive environment where talents are being fully utilized and organizational goals are met. We Share our knowledge and expertise with colleagues to progress and expand on new ideas, promoting trust, responsibility, and solidarity. Our culture is built on an innovative and pioneering mindset, Daring to welcome new ideas and approaches. We are driven to invest in our employees and encourage them to participate in innovation, moving forward and striving to provide sustainable infrastructure solutions.



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