Traffic Management Operative

12d Traffic Management Operative – UDP

Somerton depot, within travel from Taunton, Trowbridge, Warminster, Bridgewater, Tiverton, Honiton.

We welcome applications from women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. In alignment with our commitment to inclusive recruitment practices, we guarantee an interview to all applicants who meet the core criteria for the role.

• Conduct traffic counts and communicate data to clients and subcontractors.
• Maintain temporary traffic lights for safe and efficient traffic flow.
• Deploy and manage temporary traffic management equipment (cones, signs, frames, sandbags, and other essential equipment).
• Mentor new trainees and share knowledge with the team.

• Minimum M1/M2 driving licence (SLG Unit 2 considered).
• Familiarity with Chapter 8 regulations.
• Full driving licence with no more than 6 points; any driving bans must have expired at least 5 years ago.
• Positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude and meticulous attention to detail.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to work weekends, nights and away as required.
• Drug and alcohol test (offer contingent on results).
• Traffic management training will be required; signing a training agreement is necessary.

General working hours are 40‑48 hours per week. Shifts typically occur during the day, with potential for evenings, nights, weekends and on‑call rota during peak seasons.

• Job security with guaranteed hours and overtime opportunities.
• Bonus perks – save an average of £400 per year with Fill Your Boots Rewards; £500 welcome bonus on first pay for all qualified operatives.
• Professional growth through paid qualifications and access to our Internal Academy.
• Company van access once M1/M2 qualified.
• 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including retail discounts, life assurance, 24/7 GP appointments, free physio and counselling.
• Volunteering support with fully paid days.
• Maternity and paternity pay – extra support for parents‑to‑be.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – tax‑free bike and accessories.
• EV & ULEV Scheme – tax‑free electric and ultra‑low emission vehicle salary sacrifice.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of drug and alcohol screening, as well as any required medical assessments. We are an equal opportunity employer, upholding the principles of diversity and inclusion and opposing all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. Reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process can be made upon request.