General Operative (Traffic Management)

Class One Traffic Management Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading traffic management firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a General Operative to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow on highways and construction sites. The role involves setting up traffic systems and safely directing traffic during various scenarios. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence, flexibility to work shifts, and relevant qualifications. This position offers job security and various benefits, including guaranteed hours and loyalty bonuses.

Benefits

Job Security

Vacation time: 22 days plus 6 bank holidays

Life assurance with 24/7 GP appointments

Complimentary training with cost recovery

Loyalty bonus and referral bonus

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Flexibility to work the stated shift patterns.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points held for over 10 months.
• Proximity to the depot within 40 minutes driving distance.
• Valid traffic management qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain traffic management systems.
• Safely direct traffic during roadworks and emergencies.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients.
• Contribute to the company's cultural change program.

Skills

Eligibility to work in the UK

Flexibility to work shift patterns

Full UK driving licence

Traffic management qualifications

Job description

General Operative (Traffic Management)

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Location

Lockerbie, DG11 3LP (Scotland)

Base Pay Range

This range is provided by Class One Traffic Management. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Shift Patterns

• 12 days on, 2 days off (work 12 days, weekend off and continue)
• 6 days on, 1 day off
• Part‑time over 4 days (Shift patterns of Sat‑Tue or Thurs‑Sun)
• High‑speed operatives: night shifts requiring 12AB Lantra qualification

Benefits

• Job Security: guaranteed hours and overtime opportunities
• Nights paid at 1¼ times, Saturday & Sunday at 1½
• Company van once T1/T2 qualified
• 22 days holiday plus 6 bank holidays
• Life assurance with 24/7 GP appointments, free physio and counselling for you and your family
• Loyalty bonus and refer a friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Complimentary training with cost recovery if you leave within 24 months

About Us

Class One Traffic Management has been keeping Scotland's road workers and road users safe for over 30 years. We provide professional traffic management services across various sectors, including highways, local authorities, utilities, rail and events.

Role Overview

As a Traffic Management Operative, you’ll play a crucial role ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow on highways and construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain traffic management systems
• Safely direct traffic during roadworks, events and emergencies
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to ensure smooth operations
• Uphold our people‑first culture and contribute to our fresh cultural change program

Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work shift patterns as stated above
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points and held for more than 10 months
• Within 40 minutes driving distance from the depot
• Valid traffic management qualifications (e.g., Lantra 12AB, 12D M1/M2, or Unit 2 – desirable not essential)

Application Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of drug and alcohol screening, as well as any required medical assessments.

EEO Statement

Class One TM recognises that a diverse workforce enhances the quality and breadth of perspectives. We are firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer, upholding the principles of diversity and inclusion, and opposing all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, we encourage you to inform us.