Rutland – Highway Maintenance Operative

May 15, 2026
Urgent

Job Description

The Role

An exciting, newly created opportunity as a Highway Maintenance Operative has arisen with Thomas Bow Limited who are a leading company within the Civil Engineering, Highways and Surfacing industry. The company has an extensive track record of successful operation in the UK and this is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a small team carrying out a variety of roles. Flexibility is required to meet the demands of the role, and standby and reactive work outside of working hours.

Application Deadline

N/A

Department

Rutland Term Maintenance Contract

Employment Type

Permanent – Full Time (40 hours)

Location

Oakham Depot – Rutland

Workplace Type

Onsite

Responsibilities

  • Operating small tools and mobile plant.
  • General labouring and housekeeping duties.
  • Ensure compliance with the Company’s policies including Health & Safety.
  • Ensure compliance with our procedures, business strategy and clearance levels.
  • Observe and comply with all good working practices.
  • Participate in winter activities such as minor salting of footways to ensure pedestrian safety during colder months.

The Candidate will have:

  • good communication and people skills
  • be hard working and conscientious with the ability to motivate
  • the ability to work calmly under pressure
  • show good initiative and enthusiasm
  • ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team without constant supervision
  • previous experience of working in a similar environment

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability.

Highways Maintenance operative based at our Rutland Depot.

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