Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for a Traffic Management Operative

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Traffic Management Operative to join a dynamic and growing team in Leicester. This position will involve the delivery and collection of temporary traffic management signage and supporting highway maintenance, construction, and street lighting activities across Leicestershire and occasionally surrounding counties.

The main duties of the Traffic Management Operative are:

• Erect and remove appropriate temporary traffic management signs to support the highway delivery workforce.
• Assist in the scheduling and coordination of resources for signage delivery and collection.
• Ensure safe installation and maintenance of traffic control systems, including road closures and diversions.
• Carry out routine checks and maintenance of vehicles and equipment to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
• Work closely with the Sign Shop and Traffic Management Technicians, providing cover when needed.
• Participate in a standby rota to provide out-of-hours support during emergencies.
• Ensure that temporary traffic management systems comply with Chapter 8 and the Code of Practice for Safety at Streetworks.
• Lead and supervise apprentices and agency employees to ensure adherence to safety standards and performance targets.
• Maintain and update training records to comply with legal requirements and departmental procedures.

The Traffic Management Operative will have key experience in:

• Previous experience in highways or civil engineering environments, especially in traffic management.
• Knowledge of safe working practices, including legislation such as the Code of Practice for Safety at Roadworks and Chapter 8 Traffic Management Regulations.
• Skilled in the use of plant, machinery, and tools for installing traffic control systems.
• The ability to plan, prioritise, and manage workload effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to health and safety, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• A valid driving license, with the ability to travel to various depots and sites as required.

For more information and to apply for the role, please call James Allbon at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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 James Allbon at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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