Highway Operatives

Highway Operatives – Permanent Full-time roles Join to apply for the Highway Operatives – Permanent Full-time role at BCP Council. From 1 December 2025, our updated Pay and Reward package will take effect, introducing a new approach to recognising and rewarding roles across the Council. As part of this change, the salary for this role will be adjusted to a pay range of £30,024-£33,143 (pro‑rata for part time). We’re looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward‑thinking team. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site in the "More than just a job" brochure. About the Role The BCP (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) Council’s Highway Delivery Team are looking for Skilled Highway Operatives to join us in the delivery of works including routine maintenance, construction schemes, traffic management, winter service provision and much more. Do you have experience in the following types of highway work and are committed to improving the public highway for our residents and visitors? Experience in highways maintenance – patching, remedial repairs. Experience in highways construction/resurfacing – small and major highway improvement schemes to the network. Experience in the deployment of traffic management on rural and urban roads, including high‑speed networks. Class C1 or Class C driver’s licence. Ability to remain calm and polite when engaging with members of the public. The successful candidates will operate from either Hatch Pond Road Depot or Southcote Road Depot. If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Greg Kerr, Highway Manager on 01202 127186. Compensation and Benefits Our Highway Maintenance Operative roles within BCP Council are currently subject to receipt of a Labour Market Supplement of £100 per month subject to the outcome of BCP Council’s Pay & Reward review. BCP Council is implementing a new Pay & Reward structure to harmonise terms and conditions, including a single pay structure that all existing and future employees will move to. These changes are scheduled to be implemented 2024 and all colleagues joining us will be included. This role is subject to a full pre‑employment medical questionnaire being completed by successful applicants. About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world‑renowned coastline. We can offer career‑defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world‑class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Benefits We are proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it’s flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first – we’re excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that’s evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities. Check out our attractive benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page. Be the difference — Join an organisation that values you. Seniority Level Entry level. Employment Type Full‑time. Job Function Management and Manufacturing. Location Salisbury, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr