Streetworks Operative

Reference: Eastbourne_
Posted: May 6, 2026

Do currently work in Construction? Are you a Streetworks Operative within the civil engineering space and looking for a new opportunity? If the answers are yes, we have roles opening with a reputable civil engineering company in the Eastbourne area.

• Role: Streetworks Operative
• Location: Eastbourne
• Contract type: Temporary (Full Time)
• Fawkes & Reece contact: Shay Tobin (Brighton Office)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of roadworks, street furniture, signage, and utilities.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment, including diggers, machinery, and hand tools, to carry out tasks safely and efficiently.
• Follow traffic management plans to ensure safety for both the public and the workforce.
• Work alongside other team members to complete projects within deadlines and according to specifications.
• Monitor work areas to ensure cleanliness and safety, and adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with other departments and contractors to coordinate and carry out streetworks effectively.
• Record work completed and report any issues or delays to supervisors.
• Maintain awareness of local traffic laws, road closures, and diversions, ensuring compliance at all times.
• Assist with emergency roadworks, such as repairs or incidents that require immediate attention.

Skills and Qualifications

• CSCS Card
• Streetworks
• EUSR Cat 1 & 2
• First Aid
• Fit to work Medical
• Previous experience in streetworks or a similar field is preferred.
• Knowledge of roadwork procedures, health and safety regulations, and traffic management.
• Ability to operate streetworks machinery and tools safely.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Good physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts, as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Capability to perform manual labor and operate machinery.

What to do next:

If this role meets your expectations and aspirations, please click the apply now link. If this one is not for you, but you would like to discuss other options or for us to act as an agent to secure you a new contract please do not hesitate to call Shay on for a confidential consultation.