Highways Operative with LGV (Kirby Misperton)

Looking for a challenging and varied role in highways maintenance? Due to continued growth, NY Highways are looking to welcome a Highways Operative, with LGV licence, to support our operations from our depots at Kirby Misperton and Skipton.

"Bringing innovative solutions to the roads of North Yorkshire and beyond"

In this role, you'll undertake a variety of tasks such as kerbing, paving, and resurfacing footways and carriageways to meet the needs of our community in scenic North Yorkshire.

Working collaboratively, you'll ensure all tasks are executed to the highest standards while adhering to Safety, Health, and Environmental protocols and risk assessments. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a range of power tools and equipment, and successfully collaborate with various NY Highways team members.

As part of your responsibilities, you'll need to be prepared to handle emergencies and respond to callouts both during and outside of regular hours, according to a rotating schedule. Additionally, you'll be expected to perform winter maintenance tasks, with necessary training provided as needed.

· Category C Drivers Licence, with no current or historical driving disqualifications

· Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

NY Highways provides highways services across North Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. From road maintenance to street lighting and road signs and pavement repairs, we operate in close partnership with North Yorkshire Council combining a commercial focus with public sector values including delivering highway civil engineering & infrastructure projects.

We are looking to lead the way in Highway innovation whilst developing and rewarding our workforce. With the responsibility of a network of roads that stretch for almost 5800 miles and a team of around 250 experienced professionals, there isn't much we don't know about highway maintenance. Our aims are supported by our staff who have years of industry experience and knowledge.

Since launching, we have invested in our people and technology - from promoting staff and training the next generation of Operatives, Mechanics, Electricians and Surveyors via apprenticeships to adopting the latest technology and a strong commitment to Quality and Environmental principles

• Competitive pay with performance-based pay progression


• Comprehensive employee assistance programme


• Company Pension scheme with up to 6% contribution


• Generous leave entitlement


A benefits scheme which includes maternity leave package, cycle2work scheme, home technology scheme, as well as retail, travel and leisure discounts.

We're proud of our workforce and the work they do in our communities. We want people to join us who can bring their experience and add value to our organisation. We are working hard to create an inclusive environment and it is important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.