ERT Operative Level 1

About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long‑term, high‑profile project that keeps one of the UK's busiest road networks moving. With over 15 years remaining, this role offers not just job security, but the chance to build a long and rewarding career.

As a Level 1 Maintenance or ERT Operative, you will play a vital part in keeping the network safe, reliable and running smoothly. From responding to incidents and clearing hazards to carrying out essential maintenance, no two days will be the same.

You will be part of a supportive team, gaining hands‑on experience across a wide range of activities while developing your skills in a dynamic environment. This is a role where you can grow, take pride in your work and make a visible impact every day.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting day‑to‑day maintenance of the network, from repairs and inspections to keeping areas clean and safe


• Responding to incidents and hazards to help keep traffic moving smoothly


• Setting up and working safely within traffic management guidelines


• Using equipment and digital tools to record work and report issues


• Carrying out vehicle and equipment checks, ensuring everything is ready and safe to use


• Working as part of a team that puts safety first, looks out for each other and takes pride in what they do

Who we're looking for

We're looking for someone practical, safety‑focused and ready to be part of a supportive team making a real difference on the network.

You will have

• A full UK driving licence (LGV Class 2)


• A valid CSCS Operative card


• Experience working in highways, maintenance or a similar operational environment


• The ability to work safely, follow instructions and contribute to a Zero Harm culture


• A proactive, team‑focused approach and willingness to learn

It would be great if you also have

• Additional licences or qualifications such as LGV Class 1, traffic management or highways maintenance


• Experience working on live motorway or trunk road networks


• Relevant plant, equipment or safety certifications

This role suits someone who enjoys hands‑on work, takes pride in safety and is keen to build a long‑term career in highways.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Connect Plus Services (CPS) brings together the collective strength of our parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Atkins and Egis Road Operation UK. With around 600 people, based at eight locations across the M25 network, we work on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways to manage the operation of the M25 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, from routine maintenance to managing the whole-life requirement of thousands of assets across the network.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we want everyone to be able to thrive and achieve their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. We're making great progress through our Value Everyone DEI Action Plan, but we know we've got more to do. Find out more about our values and DEI initiatives.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We are committed to our processes being barrier-free and will support adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please let the recruiter for this role know if you require any adjustments.

We're looking to continually improve our recruitment process, so if you have any feedback, please share this with us via candidaterecruitmentenquiries@balfourbeatty.com