Skilled Operative

Tarmac

The Role

Overview

Highways Maintenance Operative handling repairs, winter service & emergencies in Waltham Forest.

Key Responsibilities

  • traffic management
  • pothole repairs
  • plant operation
  • winter service
  • documentation
  • emergency callout

Tasks

-Maintaining good communication with supervisors, team members, and members of the public -Undertaking emergency and out-of-hours call-out work on a rota basis -Setting out temporary traffic management in line with NRSWA requirements -Carrying out reactive and planned maintenance tasks such as pothole repairs, patching, kerbing, drainage works, and minor civils -Operating plant and machinery including mini diggers in accordance with CPCS certification -Participating in winter service operations, including salting and snow clearance using HGV gritting vehicles -Completing required documentation including risk assessments, job records, and vehicle checks -Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with relevant legislation, standards, and safety procedures

Requirements

  • hgv licence
  • driver cpc
  • first aid
  • nrswa card
  • lantra
  • cpcs card

What You Bring

-Valid HGV licence (Category C) and Driver CPC Card -First Aid at Work certificate -Flexible and willing to participate in a standby rota for emergency and winter maintenance -NRSWA Operative Card (Units including Signing, Lighting & Guarding; Excavation; and Reinstatement) -Knowledge of using handheld digital recording tools or tablets -Previous experience in highways maintenance or civil engineering works -Traffic Management (LANTRA) certification -Strong awareness of Health & Safety and safe site working practices -CPCS Card for mini digger (excavator below 10 tonnes) -Ability to carry out physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions. -Experience working on contracts within London boroughs or other urban environments

Benefits

-Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause -Contributory pension scheme -Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. -Training and development opportunities -Bonus scheme -Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice

The Company

About Tarmac

-Offers a diverse range of services from road construction and maintenance to complex infrastructure projects. -Known for its expertise in materials science, particularly in asphalt, concrete, and cement production. -Has a strong portfolio of residential, commercial, and public sector projects, including transportation networks. -Delivering large-scale projects, including highways, airports, and urban development initiatives. -Committed to continuous improvement and sustainability in construction processes and products.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Heavy Civil

Water Resources

Marine

Transport

Utilities