Our clients are looking for Highways Operatives to join their hardworking dedicated team in Tavistock .
Key Responsibilities:
Work as part of a team undertaking Highways repairs, ranging from Patching, Resurfacing, Potholes, Drainage, Footways and General Highway Maintenance.
Use technology (tablets/apps) to input safety data and maintenance records.
Drive/operate plant and equipment where trained, necessary for the for the day to day tasks set.
Take responsibility for vehicles/plant/materials in your charge.
Where appropriate provide direction/supervision of the work to less experienced operatives.
Driving License ideally clean some points accepted
A commitment to Health and Safety.
Good communication skills and basic literacy and numeracy.
Ability to undertake a high level of manual work and work outdoors in all weathers.
CSCS Card.
HGV licence.
New Roads and Street Works (NRSWA) not essential
Operative Accreditation Lantra 12D not essential
Rate of Pay:
£12.71 per hour.
Overtime at 150% after 40 hours
These will be PAYE positions so you will benefit from.
Accrued Holiday Pay from day one.
Weekly Pay.
No Umbrella payments or fees.
Only Tax and National Insurance deductions and this will be shown on your payslip.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: Paramount Personnel
Hours: Full-time
Location: Tavistock
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Temporary
Posting date: 23 Sept 2026
Closing date: 23 Oct 2026
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