Ganger - Highways

Amey

The Role

Overview

Lead a team of operatives on highway projects, ensuring safety, quality, and vehicle restraint work.

Key Responsibilities

  • technical standards
  • mentor operatives
  • supervision
  • vehicle planning
  • health safety
  • record keeping

Tasks

-Maintain high technical standards and solutions -Manage and mentor apprentices and operatives and coordinate the work of others as necessary -Stand in for Supervision as and when required -To be responsible for the security of vehicles/plant and materials under their direct control and to plan work and estimate vehicle/plant and material requirements. -Always ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation throughout team and ensure works are carried out as per relevant VRS specification -To keep records, complete all necessary paperwork, communicate and liaise with other employees of Amey, sub-contractors, the emergency services, the police, the public, clients and customers. -Report any Health and Safety, team or performance concerns to the Supervisor. -Attend project briefings as required

Requirements

  • chapter 8
  • traffic management
  • hgv class 2
  • vehicle restraint
  • sssts
  • highway safety

What You Bring

-Experience of Chapter 8 and Traffic Management on High-speed roads -HGV Class 2 Licence (Preferable) -This role will specialise in Vehicle Restraint Systems but experience with drainage, kerbing, fencing, walling, sweeping, signing, patching, traffic management, soft estates work will be an advantage -To drive/operate vehicles/plant requiring general and specialist skills including vehicle checks, routine maintenance, (e.g. oil and water checks etc.) and cleaning. -Driving Licence -SSSTS or SMSTS -Personal Highway Safety Certificate

Benefits

-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. -Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. -Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. -Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions. -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. -Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Supervisor or Manager. -Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. -Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. -Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

The Company

About Amey

-Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities. -Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms. -Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades. -Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia. -A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes. -From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Transport

Utilities

Government

Defence

Justice

Education

Health

Highways

Rail

Facilities Management

Energy