High Friction Surfacing Operative (Experienced) Job at Bucklebury RG NN Full Time

Wilson and Scott Highways Ltd is a family-owned Road Marking Company based in Thatcham established in 1952. It has grown to become one of the largest Line Marking companies in the UK today. Our founders helped set the industry standards, and we continue to shape and develop initiatives that position us as the leading line marking company in the UK.​

*Job Role*

As the successful candidate, you will safely perform a variety of tasks associated with the installation, removal and maintenance of thermoplastic and cold applied road traffic markings.

*The Ideal Candidate*

An experienced HFS Operative who:

* has their NVQ Level 2
* can work independently and within a team.
* has the right to work in the UK
* has a full, valid and clean UK driving licence
* can commute to and from our depot in their own transport.
* holds a HGV licence
* is hardworking, reliable, committed with a ‘can do’ attitude to join our team.
* has the flexibility to work shifts and outside of normal working hours, and is able to work away from home/overnight if required

*Duties & Responsibilities*

* Drive, operate and maintain vehicles/equipment for the application on of High Friction Surfacing on Highways and roadways.
* Measuring marking out and taping up
* Prepping of surfaces
* Check performance of the numerous components of HFS vehicles, equipment and plant; troubleshoot equipment failures and report unresolved problems to assigned staff.
* Operate and maintain hot (190+degrees) thermoplastic equipment for the application of Hot-applied High Friction Surfacing.
* Operate and maintain thermal lances for the removal of thermoplastic road markings.
* Install hot applied and cold applied High Friction Surfacing
* Install cold MMA anti slip surfacing
* Install hot and cold applied crack sealing
* Operate and assist in the operation of vehicles, trailers, and equipment, to include backup driving operations.
* Perform manual labour, including the use of hand tools and operating various equipment; drive utility trucks daily; load and unload equipment supplies and materials.
* Assist in the installation and removal of traffic control operations where required
* Ensure adherence to Company policies and procedures.

​*What we have to offer you:*

* Full training is given with consistent support from management
* 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
* Up to 5 extra annual leave days for Long Service Awarded Holidays after 3 years of service.
* Pension Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Overtime Available
* Productivity Bonus Scheme
* Life Assurance

*General Information*

This post with Wilson & Scott (Highways) Ltd. is a great opportunity and one of continual development. The job description above is intended as a guide to the principle duties and responsibilities of the post and complements individual objectives set in. Responsibilities will be reviewed periodically, in line with service priorities and business needs. Duties may change or new duties introduced after consultation with the post holder and as the post holder gains more experience within the company.

Wilson & Scott (Highways) Ltd., is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £60,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay

Application question(s):
* Do you have at least 1 years of experience in HFS?

Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
* HGV Licence (preferred)
* NVQ in HFS (required)

Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road