General Operative - Highways

Our client is looking for hardworking and reliable General Operatives to support their highways vegetation management operations. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining green spaces, and want to contribute to keeping the UK’s roads safe and clear, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

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Locations: Staffordshire, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Surrounding Areas

About the role
As a General Operative, you’ll assist with a variety of tasks to ensure highways remain safe and well-maintained. This is a long-term career opportunity with excellent prospects for growth and ongoing training.

Key responsibilities:

• Operate strimmers and blowers for vegetation clearance
• Feed chippers and assist with machinery operations
• Carry out general site maintenance and litter picking
• Support arborist and grounds teams with labouring tasks
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards

Essential skills & tickets:

• NPTC Brushcutter/Strimmer Ticket
• Wood Chipper Ticket
• Blower Operation Training (or experience)
• Highways Passport / ROLO (advantageous)
• CSCS Card (preferred)
• Basic Chainsaw Maintenance Ticket (optional but beneficial)
• LANTRA Litter Picking Ticket
  • Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)

What they offer:

• Competitive Salary: £25,000 – £35,000 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
• Minimum 40 hours/week
• Night shifts (with night bonus)
• Full PPE and equipment provided
• Ongoing training and development, including industry certifications
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and sustainability
• Opportunities for career progression within a well-established company
• Guaranteed time off over Christmas

About the company
Operating nationwide from Staffordshire, our client specialises in highway vegetation management, including tree work, grass cutting, seasonal maintenance, and full vegetation clearance. Most work (90%) is carried out at night, with occasional daytime shifts.

How to apply
eRecruitSmart is advertising this role on behalf of the hiring company. By applying, your CV will be reviewed and forwarded to the hiring manager responsible for this vacancy.

You must currently reside in and have the right to work in the UK and live within a reasonable commute to the role. Please ensure your CV includes your location and contact details, otherwise you may not be considered. Only suitable applicants will be contacted.

We look forward to receiving your application.