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

Role

Description

site management

drainage works

highway maintenance

traffic management

safety compliance

record keeping

Attending project and safety briefings as required
Taking responsibility for the safety of yourself and others within your team to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and safe operation to protect members of the public.
Site management, sign cleaning, drainage works
Maintaining high standards of workmanship
Keeping records and completing all necessary paperwork.
Perform various highway maintenance tasks, including carriageway and footway patching, kerbing, ironwork replacement, and drainage maintenance.
Assessment, deployment and removal of suitable pedestrian and traffic management

Requirements

cscs

driving licence

vehicle ops

litter picking

outdoor work

CSCS card (desirable)
Full driving licence
Driving/operating vehicles/plant requiring general and specialist skills including vehicle checks, routine maintenance (e.g. oil and water checks) and cleaning
Litter picking and reactive works
Experienced working outdoors in challenging weather conditions

Benefits

Social Value - You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.
Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers.
Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan
Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

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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Role

Description

site management

drainage works

highway maintenance

traffic management

safety compliance

record keeping

Attending project and safety briefings as required
Taking responsibility for the safety of yourself and others within your team to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and safe operation to protect members of the public.
Site management, sign cleaning, drainage works
Maintaining high standards of workmanship
Keeping records and completing all necessary paperwork.
Perform various highway maintenance tasks, including carriageway and footway patching, kerbing, ironwork replacement, and drainage maintenance.
Assessment, deployment and removal of suitable pedestrian and traffic management

Requirements

cscs

driving licence

vehicle ops

litter picking

outdoor work

CSCS card (desirable)
Full driving licence
Driving/operating vehicles/plant requiring general and specialist skills including vehicle checks, routine maintenance (e.g. oil and water checks) and cleaning
Litter picking and reactive works
Experienced working outdoors in challenging weather conditions

Benefits

Social Value - You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.
Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers.
Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan
Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

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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