Highways Maintenance Operative

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Highways Maintenance Operative to join our dynamic Kent Account in Kent. This role will be based on site at 

Haysden Depot, Tonbridge.

This position offers a competitive salary and overtime.

The standard working hours for this role are 40 hours a week.

In this role, you will support the overall maintenance and improvement of the highways network in Kent. Your role as a Highways Maintenance Operative is pivotal for ensuring safe and efficient transportation routes for the community. By maintaining road safety standards and performing essential repairs, you will directly contribute to the reduction of road hazards, thereby enhancing the daily lives of residents and commuters.

Your efforts will not only support the Kent Account’s commitment to excellence but also foster community trust and satisfaction. The well-maintained infrastructure will promote smoother traffic flow, economic growth, and overall regional development.

What You’ll Do:

• All aspects of highway maintenance
• To drive/operate vehicles requiring general and specialist skills including vehicle checks, routine maintenance and cleaning
• Emergency callouts and winter maintenance operations
• Take responsibility for the safety of yourself and others
• Allocation and capturing time and resource utilisation in line with operated allocation system

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like a Highways Team Leader and Supervisor
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded HGV licence training, tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Physically fit
• Full UK Drivers Licence
• Problem solving skills
• Communication skills

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth our recruiter for this role, at kayla.caruth@amey.co.uk