Highways Technician Multiskilled

Job Description

Highway Technician (Multiskilled)

Salary: £32,490 - £36,870 per annum

Grade: D

Permanent Contract

37 Hours per Week

We are seeking a committed and reliable individual to join us as Highway Technicians. This multiskilled operational role provides a varied & interesting opportunity to work within a frontline team. Based at our operations depot in West Thurrock the team are responsible for delivering reactive highway maintenance including carriageway and footway repairs, highway drainage and supporting the delivery of our Highway Emergency and Winter Maintenance services.

The role requires individuals to carry out work of a physically demanding nature, outdoors in all weather. Aspects of our emergency response and winter maintenance service require those involved to work on a callout rota and be on standby for out of hours working.

You should be able to demonstrate your experience of using associated highway plant, tools & equipment, materials and repair techniques as well as an awareness of the principles of traffic management from your current, previous or similar role(s).

Essential qualifications: It is essential that applicants hold a full current UK/EU driving licence – a Category C entitlement and DQC would be a significant advantage.

DBS Check: Not required for this post.

Benefits of Working with Us

At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Important Dates

Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 2nd July 2026

Closing Date (Internal & External): 12th July 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

For specific information regarding these positions, please contact:

Luke Love (Operations Manager) or Bryan Brown (Senior Supervisor)

Email: hmaintenance@thurrock.gov.uk

Phone: 01375 413627

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:

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