Apprentice Roadworker X 3 Posts

Following the success of our previous Apprenticeship recruitment, we have new and exciting two year Roadworker Apprenticeship opportunities to offer. We are seeking individuals that are highly motivated and can work individually as well as part of a team and have a passion for continued development and doing the best for our communities.

What you'll do

• To assist, as part of a team in highway maintenance and construction as directed by Team Leader
• Assist the service to deliver an excellent service to its customers and with correct training and guidance, assist in ensuring that all works are carried out in accordance with relevant timescale and standards
• Develop the skills and then under supervision, operate, maintain and secure highway maintenance equipment and tools including to erect, fix and dismantle street furniture and equipment
• Assist in the security of buildings, facilities, equipment and the maintaining and archiving records

Training

• In the job role with support from line manager and collegues
• Day release to a college setting .

After the apprenticeship

Highways Maintenance Skilled Operatives work for a variety of companies within the private sector (Utilities Companies, such as Electric, Gas and Water firms) and also the public sector (Local Authorities, County Councils and Highways England).

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 9-2 or A*-E)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 9-2 or A*-E)

Things to consider

To work at all times in accordance with established Safe Systems of Work, Health and Safety guidelines, policies and procedures.

About the employer

Rotherham Council employ almost 5,000 people to provide essential services to our 260,000 residents. It also has an important role in working with other providers of public services across Rotherham for residents and 100,000 people who work in Rotherham. You could become part of a team that makes a difference.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Highways maintenance skilled operative (level 2), Construction and the built environment
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: CONSTRUCTION AND PLANT ASSESSMENTS LTD
• Expected duration: 2 Years
• Hours: 37 hours a week. Working week: Full Time 37 hours Monday to Friday.
• Start date: 1 December 2026
• Positions available: 3
• Wage: £15,392 a year