Maintenance Operative - M25

About the role

This is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to build a career outdoors, working hands on and close to the elements, helping to keep one of the UK's busiest motorway networks safe, operational and moving every day.

As a Maintenance Operative, no two days are the same. You will be out on the network carrying out a wide range of essential activities, from repairs and inspections to maintaining the landscape that surrounds the motorway. It is a role that blends practical skills, teamwork and a real sense of purpose, where you can see the impact of your work every day.

With over 13 years remaining on this long term project, this role offers something rare. The chance to grow, develop and build a stable career within a supportive and well established environment. Whether you are starting out, looking for a career change or bringing existing experience, there are opportunities here to learn new skills, progress and take on greater responsibility over time.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in practical work and want to be part of a team that keeps the UK moving, this role offers a rewarding and secure future with real opportunities for progression.

Working arrangements

• A mix of day and night shifts, Monday to Friday, giving variety in your week
• Day shifts run from 07:00 to 16:00, with night shifts from 20:30 to 05:30
• The chance to work across the M25 network and different depots
• Opportunities to travel for training, meetings and works
• The option to support out of hours responses, including winter maintenance

This structured shift pattern makes it easier to plan ahead and enjoy a good work life balance.

What you'll be doing

All you need to get started is a driving licence and a willingness to learn.

We'll support you with the training and qualifications you need to succeed, including areas like traffic management, highways maintenance and essential site safety skills, helping you build confidence and progress your career from day one.

If you're ready to take the first step into a hands on role with real opportunities to grow in the M25 Highways, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you are starting your career or looking for a fresh direction, we'll support you every step of the way.

Who we're looking for

Training and development

You'll receive full training to help you work safely and confidently on the network.

This includes areas such as:

• Traffic management and working safely on live roads
• Highways maintenance and repair work
• Use of equipment and machinery
• Site safety and industry standards

There are also ongoing opportunities to gain recognised qualifications and progress into new roles across the business.

Whether you are starting out or looking for a fresh direction, we'll support you every step of the way.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life.

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave.
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more.

Key benefits

We provide a supportive environment that values your safety, wellbeing and personal growth. Our benefits package includes:

• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive remuneration.

Legal and Equality Statement

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.