General Operative - Thatcham, United Kingdom - Kier Group

    Kier Group
    Kier Group Thatcham, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    We're looking for a Highways Maintenance Operative to join our Transportation team based in Chieveley, Berkshire to carry out a variety of highway maintenance duties as instructed on a day-to-day basis to ensure the efficient running of the Area 3 network. Within this role, you can enjoy a competitive salary and annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy/sell leave, a huge range of deals, and discounts at many of your favourite brands. We also offer 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family and more.

    Can you imagine a world without transportation links via land, sea or air? Nor can we Your journey is our journey, come and join us at Kier Transportation and make a difference. Supporting the movement of people, goods, and equipment.

    Location: Chieveley - Site-based

    Contract: Permanent , Full-time – working hours 19:00 – 05:30

    Responsibilities

    As Highways Maintenance Operative, you'll carry out highways maintenance duties as instructed. Including winter maintenance when appropriate.

    Your day to day will include:

    • Respond promptly to incidents on the network as instructed.
    • Responsible for notification to Network Control Centre on commencement and end of winter maintenance and occupation of Roadspace for Traffic Management
    • When trained to do so operate a variety of plant and equipment in order to carry out required duties effectively
    • Work in close cooperation with team members and subcontractors, contributing to the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment for both the network users and work team by ensuring compliance all H&S procedures

    What are we looking for?

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

    • Full driving licence
    • Experience and knowledge of strict H&S operations and its practical implications
    • Ability to work using own initiative and as part of a team