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Nottingham - Apprentice High Speed Traffic Management Operative
Core Highways are a leading provider of temporary traffic management, barrier solutions and events signage. People are the heart of our business. We recognise each and every individual's value and commitment and we know that the success of our business is only made possible by the drive and enthusiasm of our people.
As a nationwide business, we have a number of fulfilling roles and we're often looking to expand our teams as we continue to grow.
We currently have vacancies for Apprentice High Speed Traffic Management Operatives at our Nottingham depot. This is an excellent opportunity to gain recognised qualifications in Traffic Management whilst developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a successful career in our industry.
The Role
You will be responsible for supporting the safe installation, maintenance and removal of temporary traffic management on highways and road networks, while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a Lead Traffic Management Operative. Your hourly rate will increase as you progress through the training program.
The role is critical to ensuring the safety of road users, colleagues and the public, while maintaining compliance with current legislation, codes of practice and company procedures. The post holder will work towards increasing responsibility on site, including supporting the coordination of traffic management activities.
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The purpose of your role will be to deliver Traffic Management solutions for our clients in line with Health and Safety regulations.
As part of your role, you may be required to:
- Assist in the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary traffic management in accordance with approved drawings, permits and the Traffic Signs Manual (Chapter 8).
- Undertake depot and yard duties, including sign manufacturing, equipment repairs and maintenance, stock checks, vehicle loading and unloading, and preparing traffic management equipment for operational deployment.
- Carry out traffic management activities safely and efficiently on all types of road networks, including local roads and high-speed carriageways (where trained).
- Undertake on-site and dynamic risk assessments with support, implementing control measures as required.
- Ensure traffic management equipment is positioned, maintained and removed safely and in line with company standards.
- Comply with all health, safety, environmental and quality (SHEQ) requirements, reporting incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors, planners and clients to deliver works to programme and specification.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping on site, ensuring the work area remains safe and tidy at all times.
- Represent the company professionally when dealing with clients, road users and members of the public.
- Participate in training, briefings and toolbox talks to develop competence and awareness.
- Support the Lead Operative in coordinating on-site activities and develop skills to lead small teams as experience increases.
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £10/hour whilst training (increasing as you progress)
- 28 holiday per year - Inclusive of bank holidays
- Life assurance
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Online GP Services
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Program - providing free 24/7, professional and confidential advice on any issue both personal and work related
- Free Wellbeing App - access to the latest in wellbeing support for example, virtual fitness programs, help to stop smoking etc.
- Company competitions to win cash prizes
- CPD: support and training to develop your career and skills
We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud to be signatories to the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise that everybody is different and strive to harness those differences to create an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, their talents are recognised and they are given every opportunity to develop their full potential.
For further information, a copy of the Job Description or an informal conversation please apply or get in touch.
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