Operative

Posted 03 October 2025
Salary £22 - 25 per hour
LocationWest Midlands
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration6 Months
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000061519

Job description

MEWP Operative


We are seeking a reliable and skilled MEWP Operative to join our team in the delivery of essential highway maintenance and traffic management services. The successful candidate will support the installation, maintenance, and removal of temporary traffic management (TM) systems and assist with a variety of highway-related tasks in both rural and urban environments.


Key Responsibilities:
·Install, maintain, and remove temporary traffic management systems in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations.
·Operate Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) safely, particularly static boom lifts.
·Carry out general highway maintenance activities such as signage, barrier installation, road repairs, and debris clearance.
·Work in compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
·Removal of unauthorised attachments to public buildings / property
·Work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues, supervisors, and members of the public where required.

Required Qualifications & Certifications:

Mandatory:

  • MEWP: IPAF Static Boom (1b+)
  • CPCS A26 or NPORS N108/N109
  • Ability to drive a vehicle up to 7.5 tonnes

One or more of the following (for Traffic Management installation):
·HEA302.1 - Installing, Maintaining, and Removing TM on Rural and Urban Roads
·Lantra 12D Operative
·NRSWA Signing, Lighting & Guarding Module

Essential Skills & Attributes:
·Previous experience working in highways or traffic management (preferred but not essential).
·Strong understanding of health and safety practices in construction and traffic management.
·Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
·A flexible and adaptable approach to work.
·Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
·Full UK driving licence (advantageous, may be essential for some roles).

For more information and to apply for the role, please call Leah Kimber at Carrington West on 023 9387 6076 or email Leah.Kimber@carringtonwest.com.
 
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. Please contact Leah Kimber at Carrington West on 023 9387 6076 for more information.
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