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Highway Operatives - Permanent Full-time roles
Skilled Highway Operatives – Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP)
Salary & Benefits
The pay rate for this role is £28,598 Band 5 (pro rata for part-time colleagues) plus up to £3,197 as a Recruitment & Retention payment, with opportunities to increase income via an ‘Out of Hours’ rota.
Clear career progression is guaranteed within this defined pay band. Success in this role ensures fair and consistent starting pay for all new hires.
BCP offers more than just a job—learn about our broader employment proposition via the ‘More than just a job’ brochure.
Internal candidates are typically appointed at the entry point of the Band 5 pay scale unless moving within the same profession and skill level, in which case appointment may be at their existing pay point.
About the Role
BCP Council’s Highway Delivery Team is seeking Skilled Highway Operatives to maintain, improve, and safeguard the public highway network for residents and visitors across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. Key activities include:
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Highways Maintenance
- Routine repairs (joint filling, patching)
- Remedial work (crack sealing, drainage repairs)
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Highways Construction/Resurfacing
- Small and major scheme support
- Road, footway, and cycle path improvements
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Traffic Management
- Deployment in both rural and urban environments
- High-speed network traffic control experience required
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Winter Service provision
- Emergency response and maintenance
Key Experience Requirements:
✔ Proven experience in highway maintenance and remedial repairs ✔ Project support in construction/resurfacing schemes ✔ Traffic management skills in fast-moving traffic settings recqquired ✔ Class C1 or Class C driving licence (essential) ✔ Strong ability to remain calm, professional, and polite when interacting with the public
Daily Operations:
Successful applicants will work from our depots in: • Hatch Pond Road Depot, Poole • Southcote Road Depot, Bournemouth
Next Steps:
For an informal discussion about this role, contact: Greg Kerr, Highway Manager 📞 01202 127186
⚠️ Important: This role requires a complete pre-employment medical questionnaire prior to employment.
About BCP Council
BCP Council serves a population of 400,000 across a stunning landscape of parks, rivers, and 15+ miles of world-renowned coastline. With 5,000+ employees, we are committed to improving quality of life and delivering services for future generations.
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Our Benefits (A Place to Thrive)
At BCP Council, we value your contribution and provide generous support to ensure your success:
- ✅ Enhanced Pay & Reward Package – Exclusive bonuses, holidays, and personal development opportunities.
- ✅ Flexible & Family-Friendly Policies – Tailored to individual needs.
- ✅ Learning & Career Development – Programmes to progress within our Band 5 structure.
Explore our full benefits in our Employee Benefits Guide.
Key Commitment: Safeguarding Priority
BCP Council is fully invested in safeguarding and upholds high standards. All applicants must complete a DBS Check (fitness to work with vulnerable groups), as per our Duty of Care Policy.
DBS Requirements> For further details refer to the Job Description/Role Profile.
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