Highways Maintenance Operative

Overview

We have new opportunities for Highways Maintenance Operatives to join our NMC NE Account in Perth. This is a full‑time permanent role. The hours are 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm (with a 3:30 pm finish on Friday) and occasional night shifts. The position offers a competitive salary and overtime.

• Undertake highway maintenance tasks such as carriageway and footway patching, kerbing, ironwork replacement, drainage maintenance and other routine and cyclical maintenance.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, including HGVs and small plant machinery, ensuring all checks and routing maintenance are completed.
• Participate in winter and summer standby duties, including emergency call‑outs.
• Maintain safety protocols for self and team.
• Keep accurate records and complete all necessary paperwork, maintaining communication and liaising with Amey employees, subcontractors, emergency services, police, clients, and customers.

• Experience in roads and/or street works.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Awareness and compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Previous winter maintenance experience is an advantage.
• HGV licence is preferred but not essential.

• Competitive salary with potential yearly reviews.
• Clear career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive training, fully funded and tailored to your growth.
• Personal development programmes such as Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership.
• Generous pension scheme with company contributions.
• At least 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy 5 additional days.
• Flexible benefits including additional leave, cycle‑to‑work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Access to an online portal with discounts from leading retailers and services.
• Community initiatives with 2 paid volunteering days per year and other fundraising opportunities.

We value a culture of diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to the recruiter for this role.