Location
London, based in Denham, Uxbridge, working across the M25 DBFO Network.

Hours
Shift work on a 4-on, 4-off rotating pattern between 4 day shifts (05:00 to 17:00) and 4 night shifts (17:00 to 05:00), including 2x30 minute breaks per shift. Participation in out of hours call out rotas such as Winter Maintenance is expected. Reasonable travel around the M25 network, between depots, and to meetings, training, and work sites outside the normal operational area.

Salary
Competitive salary offered by Balfour Beatty.

About the Role
Balfour Beatty is seeking a Highways Emergency Response Team (ERT) Operative Level 1 to join the team managing and improving one of Europe’s busiest motorways, the M25. You will assist in delivering efficient service across the network by undertaking a variety of incident response, hazard clearance, network maintenance, and other tasks as directed by your Line Manager.

Your duties will include but are not limited to cyclical maintenance, carriageway repairs, soft estate maintenance such as grassland upkeep, litter picking, sign maintenance, cleansing, safety and boundary fence repairs, minor civil engineering or building tasks, and any other duties allocated.

You will implement Chapter 8 compliant Traffic Management in accordance with CPS policies, method statements, risk assessments, and industry standards. Accurate written and verbal communication is essential, including report writing and data input using mobile communication devices.

Routine vehicle checks and maintaining up-to-date driving records in line with legislation and CPS procedures are required. You will be responsible for the care of CPS property including tablets, vehicles, and radios.

Raising awareness of safety issues affecting network operation and reporting them promptly is a key responsibility. You will ensure Traffic Management signs, equipment, and materials are carried, restocked, and maintained according to current checklists.

Participation in Winter Service rota and attendance at training courses is expected. You will be expected to live the Balfour Beatty values, maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm, and support CSUK’s sustainability activities.

Join a team delivering some of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, with a full range of benefits including smart working options, 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata), family friendly policies, pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, and recognition schemes.

Experience
Experience in highways or emergency response roles is advantageous but not explicitly stated. Ability to work shift patterns and travel as required is essential.

About You
Reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to delivering high standards of work. Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Willingness to participate in out of hours work and training. A strong focus on teamwork and adherence to company values is essential.

Qualifications
Essential:
- UK Driving Licence, minimum category C (LGV Class 2)
- CSCS Operative Card

Desirable:
- UK Driving Licence, minimum category CE (LGV Class 1)
- Driver Qualification Card
- 12AB for Static Temporary Traffic Management on High Speed Roads and APTR network
- Traffic Management Foreman (TMF) qualification / Lead Traffic Management Operative (LTMO)
- NHSS Sector 2 A/B Fencing qualification – Lead Installer Status (to be appointed by CPS)
- Appropriate lifting qualification
- Vehicle Marshall
- 12AB Impact Protection Vehicle Courses (IPV)

Additional Requirements:
- Successfully pass Security check as part of recruitment process
- Successfully pass annual driving license check
- Successfully pass pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test and further tests upon request