Title:  Highways Maintenance Operative Apprentice

As a Highways Maintenance Operative, you will be hands-on with real-world maintenance and response activities, gaining valuable experience that directly supports your apprenticeship. You will be a key part of a proactive team, tackling a variety of essential tasks that keep our roads safe and running smoothly, including: 

• Carry out highway maintenance tasks, such as minor civils, drainage, litter picking, and carriageway patching. 

• Interpret regulations and manage temporary traffic systems, including selection, installation, maintenance, and recovery. 

• Maintain, document, handle, and store TTM equipment safely and effectively. 

• Operate vehicles and plant, including routine checks, maintenance, and cleaning. 

• Support emergency and winter operations as required. 

• Ensure health and safety compliance for self, team, and the public. 

• Record driver hours and resource usage accurately. 

• Maintain communication and documentation with colleagues, contractors, and external parties. 

What you will bring: 

• If you do not hold GCSE/functional skills qualifications, you must achieve a minimum of entry level 3 in Maths and English during initial assessment 

• Full UK driver’s license 

• Have the enthusiasm to be part of a high performing team and a drive for success 

• DBS requirement  

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work associated with this account. 

Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing in line with our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment 

Please ensure you upload your certificates, predicted grades, or achieved qualifications with your application, as we will shortlist based on this information. Any offer of employment is conditional upon meeting the required academic criteria. If you experience any issues uploading documents, please contact our People Services team.  

Why join Amey? 

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here. 

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. 

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions 

• Career Growth: Throughout your programme, you will receive first-class mentoring and a structured learning and development programme to enable your professional and personal development. 

• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth. 

• Holidays - Enjoy 24 days leave plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more 

• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey 

• Flexible working - Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns open for discussion. 

• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership. 

• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.  

• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities 

• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant 

• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey 

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