Traffic Management Operative (TMO)

Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport and mobility services. Joining our Group and its 19,500 employees means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK, we are delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. We work in the transport and energy sectors, providing consultancy, engineering and operations services for clients such as major airports, governments, regulators, cities and rail and road operators..

The award-winning M40 motorway stretches for 123km and links London, Oxford and Birmingham. Since 2018 Egis has ensured the smooth operation and safety of the motorway for the 100,000+ vehicles that travel on it each day.

Reporting to the Traffic Management Manager, the Traffic Management Operative will be responsible for installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic management as part of a Traffic Management crew. The role will include the installation of Traffic Management closures on the M40 to Chapter 8 and National Highways Sector Scheme standard, deploying cones, signs, frames, sandbags and other equipment on both high and low speed roads. You will be able to work under your own initiative and assist the Lead Traffic Management Operative in leading other members of the team and support all operational aspects of the maintenance contract on the M40 Motorway.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install planned and Emergency Traffic Management closures compliant with chapter 8 and the National Highways Sector Scheme as and when requested
• Assist the Lead Traffic Management Operative in ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly and returned to the Night time Supervisors in a timely manner.
• Maintain Traffic Management closures as per Chapter 8 guidelines always ensuring the safety of the road user.
• Installation and/or removal of signed diversion routes on the M40 and local authority roads.
• Depot duties (cleaning signs and cones, filling sandbags, maintaining tools and equipment, for example)
• Maintain vehicles and equipment related to your job and ensure they are suitable for use
• Communicate any issues with vehicles or equipment to the Lead Traffic Management Operative so they may be dealt with in a timely manner. 
• Active participation in briefings and training to enable all duties to be carried out in a safe and sustainable manner.
• Active participation to maintain a positive attitude towards health, safety, and the environment.
• Reporting to the Lead Traffic Management Operative any hazards on site that may have the potential to cause harm to other members of the team or the General public and taking action to mitigate as required.
• Ensuring that the operations carried out comply with Company policies and procedures.
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• A current Traffic management Operative qualification
• HGV category C driving licence (preferable)
• 1 year’s minimum experience in the role (preferable)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify areas for improvement through clear and effective communication
• A keen eye for detail
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to adapt and support changes to suit the environment

You must have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.