Highways Maintenance Operative at Amey in Stone, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

highway maintenance

vehicle operation

incident response

winter services

resource tracking

stakeholder liaison

Perform various highway maintenance tasks, including carriageway and footway patching, kerbing, ironwork replacement, and drainage maintenance.
Attend work briefings to receive instructions and guidance on driving/operating vehicles and plant equipment with both general and specialized skills.
Participate in 24‑hour standby rotations during summer and winter for incident response, winter maintenance services, precautionary gritting, and snow clearance.
Allocate and track time and resource utilization in accordance with the operated allocation system.
Keep accurate records and complete all necessary paperwork, maintaining communication and liaising with Amey employees, sub‑contractors, emergency services, police, clients, and customers.

Requirements

roads

street works

uk licence

class 2 hgv

Experience in roads and/or street works.
Hold a full UK driving licence.
Class 2 HGV (desirable).

Benefits

We are excited to offer a permanent Highways Maintenance Operative role for our dynamic Staffordshire Account at the Stone Depot (ST15 8LD). The position provides a competitive salary with overtime opportunities.

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 Team Leader or Supervisor.
Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded CPC qualification, tailored to your growth.
Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to award‑winning programs such as Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership.
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, with the option to purchase an additional five days.
Flexible Benefits: Customize your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle‑to‑work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
Exclusive Discounts: Access an online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
Social Impact: Participate in community initiatives with two paid volunteering days per year and other fundraising opportunities.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1921

Founded Year

The company was established as a quarry operator, marking the beginning of its long journey.

£1.4 billion

Annual Revenue

Generating significant revenue, the company solidified its position among the UK's leading infrastructure firms.

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.

Culture + Values

Uphold the highest standards of governance – embracing Wates Corporate Governance Principles
Be a leading example of an ethical business – every decision underpinned by the Amey Code
Manage and mitigate risks – proactive assessment and mitigation of ESG and climate‑change risks
Champion transparency and partnership – public reporting and benchmarking of ESG performance

Environment + Sustainability

80% Reduction

Net Zero Targets

Achieves an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, with full Scope 3 neutrality by 2040.

52.8% Cut

Scope 1 & 2 Reduction

Reduces Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52.8% by 2030, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

100% Renewable

Energy Procurement

Completely transitions to renewable energy sources for its operations.

Carbon footprint (2019–2021) verified to ISO 14064‑1 by BSI
PAS 2080 applied on all projects >£1 m; accredited to PAS 2060 carbon neutrality and ISO 14001
Four sustainability pillars: decarbonisation, nature‑positive work, infrastructure resilience, internal emissions control
Launched AI/data‑driven Net Zero mapping service in built environment, integrating biodiversity and energy efficiency

Inclusion & Diversity

Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship programme with IEMA‑accredited degrees
Partnered with Green Careers Hub to promote green‑career pathways
Investing in health, wellbeing and inclusion as key ESG ‘Social’ pillars
Creating employment and upskilling opportunities for youth and those facing barriers
Collaborating with SMEs and social enterprises to diversify supply‑chain opportunities

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Role

Description

highway maintenance

vehicle operation

incident response

winter services

resource tracking

stakeholder liaison

Perform various highway maintenance tasks, including carriageway and footway patching, kerbing, ironwork replacement, and drainage maintenance.
Attend work briefings to receive instructions and guidance on driving/operating vehicles and plant equipment with both general and specialized skills.
Participate in 24‑hour standby rotations during summer and winter for incident response, winter maintenance services, precautionary gritting, and snow clearance.
Allocate and track time and resource utilization in accordance with the operated allocation system.
Keep accurate records and complete all necessary paperwork, maintaining communication and liaising with Amey employees, sub‑contractors, emergency services, police, clients, and customers.

Requirements

roads

street works

uk licence

class 2 hgv

Experience in roads and/or street works.
Hold a full UK driving licence.
Class 2 HGV (desirable).

Benefits

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 Team Leader or Supervisor.
Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded CPC qualification, tailored to your growth.
Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to award‑winning programs such as Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership.
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, with the option to purchase an additional five days.
Flexible Benefits: Customize your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle‑to‑work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
Exclusive Discounts: Access an online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
Social Impact: Participate in community initiatives with two paid volunteering days per year and other fundraising opportunities.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1921

Founded Year

The company was established as a quarry operator, marking the beginning of its long journey.

£1.4 billion

Annual Revenue

Generating significant revenue, the company solidified its position among the UK's leading infrastructure firms.

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.

Culture + Values

Uphold the highest standards of governance – embracing Wates Corporate Governance Principles
Be a leading example of an ethical business – every decision underpinned by the Amey Code
Manage and mitigate risks – proactive assessment and mitigation of ESG and climate‑change risks
Champion transparency and partnership – public reporting and benchmarking of ESG performance

Environment + Sustainability

80% Reduction

Net Zero Targets

Achieves an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, with full Scope 3 neutrality by 2040.

52.8% Cut

Scope 1 & 2 Reduction

Reduces Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52.8% by 2030, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

100% Renewable

Energy Procurement

Completely transitions to renewable energy sources for its operations.

Carbon footprint (2019–2021) verified to ISO 14064‑1 by BSI
PAS 2080 applied on all projects >£1 m; accredited to PAS 2060 carbon neutrality and ISO 14001
Four sustainability pillars: decarbonisation, nature‑positive work, infrastructure resilience, internal emissions control
Launched AI/data‑driven Net Zero mapping service in built environment, integrating biodiversity and energy efficiency

Inclusion & Diversity

Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship programme with IEMA‑accredited degrees
Partnered with Green Careers Hub to promote green‑career pathways
Investing in health, wellbeing and inclusion as key ESG ‘Social’ pillars
Creating employment and upskilling opportunities for youth and those facing barriers
Collaborating with SMEs and social enterprises to diversify supply‑chain opportunities

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