Highways Maintenance Apprentice
| Posting date: | 09 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 March 2026 |
| Location: | NN8 4HB |
| Company: | Kier Group |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 9715 |
Summary
Highways Maintenance Apprentice
We're looking for a Highways Maintenance Apprentice to join our Transportation Team based in Wellingborough, working towards a Level 2 apprenticeship in Highways Maintenance.
Transportation - Build and maintain infrastructure for the highways, rail, aviation and ports sectors, with a common goal of connecting people. We provide transport solutions that are sustainable, long-lasting and that promote various methods of transport https://www.kier.co.uk/who-we-are/our-business-divisions/
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. Whilst working towards a recognised qualification, you'll be able to put your learnings into practice in your day-to-day role, helping you progress within your chosen career.
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £20,800
Start Date: September 2026
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.
How does an apprenticeship work?
As a Highways Maintenance Apprentice you'll be enrolled onto a Level 2 apprenticeship in Highways Maintenance, giving you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn. You'll work closely with the Transportation team support in the overall design, build and maintenance of infrastructure for highways with a common goal of connecting people
Your day to day will include:
-Providing routine maintenance and ensuring continued operation of roads, tunnels, and bridges in the area
-Other activities such as kerbing, concrete work and laying asphalt
-Assisting in monitoring traffic flow during maintenance operations
-Following health and safety protocols, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensuring a safe working environment
What are we looking for?
The role of Highways Maintenance Apprentice is great for you if you:
-18 years or older at the time the position starts
-Have GCSEs at grades 3 - 9 (GCSE D or above) including Maths and English OR Functional Skills level 1 in English and Maths
-Are punctual, self-motivated, and willing to learn
-Have the ability to handle physical work in varying weather conditions
-Have the ability to work collaboratively with a team
We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.
Rewards and benefits
We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.
Diversity and inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.
We look forward to seeing your application #joinkier
The in person assessment centre will take place on the 11th March in Northampton
We're looking for a Highways Maintenance Apprentice to join our Transportation Team based in Wellingborough, working towards a Level 2 apprenticeship in Highways Maintenance.
Transportation - Build and maintain infrastructure for the highways, rail, aviation and ports sectors, with a common goal of connecting people. We provide transport solutions that are sustainable, long-lasting and that promote various methods of transport https://www.kier.co.uk/who-we-are/our-business-divisions/
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. Whilst working towards a recognised qualification, you'll be able to put your learnings into practice in your day-to-day role, helping you progress within your chosen career.
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £20,800
Start Date: September 2026
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.
How does an apprenticeship work?
As a Highways Maintenance Apprentice you'll be enrolled onto a Level 2 apprenticeship in Highways Maintenance, giving you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn. You'll work closely with the Transportation team support in the overall design, build and maintenance of infrastructure for highways with a common goal of connecting people
Your day to day will include:
-Providing routine maintenance and ensuring continued operation of roads, tunnels, and bridges in the area
-Other activities such as kerbing, concrete work and laying asphalt
-Assisting in monitoring traffic flow during maintenance operations
-Following health and safety protocols, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), and ensuring a safe working environment
What are we looking for?
The role of Highways Maintenance Apprentice is great for you if you:
-18 years or older at the time the position starts
-Have GCSEs at grades 3 - 9 (GCSE D or above) including Maths and English OR Functional Skills level 1 in English and Maths
-Are punctual, self-motivated, and willing to learn
-Have the ability to handle physical work in varying weather conditions
-Have the ability to work collaboratively with a team
We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.
Rewards and benefits
We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.
Diversity and inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.
We look forward to seeing your application #joinkier
The in person assessment centre will take place on the 11th March in Northampton
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