Job Description

Your New Role

We have opportunities for a

Highways Maintenance Operative

to join our

Northern Ireland

account in

Lurgan

on a

permanent

or

fixed term basis for 6 months.

Our

Northern Ireland

account is working in partnership with Lagan Construction since 2007. We are responsible for the overall operations and maintenance including but not limited to emergency response, winter gritting and street lighting inspection and maintenance.





We maintain 125km of road network in Northern Ireland as well as building 40km of new road we ensure our roads and highways are well-maintained through all-weather seasons and the build of new roads to support and link communities.





The aim of this strategy was to make Northern Ireland a better place to 'live, work, learn and grow'.

Highway Maintenance Operatives

plays an important part in the installation of temporary traffic management and all aspects of highway maintenance works and play a vital part in Operations, this role will also include Road Safety Improvement & Active Travel schemes, civils works, drainage works, road gritting, maintenance works, routine cyclic activities.

You will we responsible for:

Undertaking all aspects of highway maintenance works including routine and cyclic maintenance activities, civils' works & drainage works. Drive/operate vehicles including HGV/Small & Large plant ensuring vehicle checks, routing maintenance and cleaning is carried out. Winter Maintenance - including emergency call out and standby. Keep records, including drivers' hours and any paperwork necessary. The safety of yourself and others within your team, ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and safe operation to protect member of the public. Carrying out vehicle checks prior to shift starting, correctly filling in defect books. Attending project and work briefings as required. Keeping records, completing all necessary paperwork, communicating, and liaising with other employees of Amey, sub-contractors, the emergency services, the police, the general public, clients and customers.

We want to hear from you if you have:

Previous experience in a similar roles such as groundworks, civils, plant operations & HGV driving is preferred. Problem solving skills Self-motivated and pro-active in terms of delivering solutions Good communication skills


In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have

a valid HGV Class 2 licence.

What we can offer you

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program

Career Development

- Exceptional development and progression plan

Pension

- Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to

Holidays

- Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Choices

- Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership

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

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

We embrace difference

and

support individuals

to work in ways that work best for them.





We are

committed

to working

sustainably

and by

working in partnership with the communities

we serve, so

people and the planet are protected.

At Amey,

you have freedom to perform

because we know if nothing holds you back, together, we can be extraordinary.





To find out more take a look at our website

www.amey.co.uk

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity

. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.





Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today - We are excited to hear from you!