Apprentice Highways Operative (Level 2)
£12.71 per hourApprentice Highways Operative (Level 2) – NY Highways
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week (typically 5 days between Monday–Sunday)
Contract: Fixed-term (2 years)
Just finished school and thinking about your next step? Do you have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn?
Start your career working with vehicles at NY Highways on our award-winning apprenticeship!
As an Highways Operative Apprentice with NY Highways, you’ll work as part of a team maintaining and improving roads, pathways, and essential infrastructure across North Yorkshire. Work that helps keep communities connected and safe.
No previous experience is needed; just a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll gain practical, on-the-job experience while working alongside skilled and supportive colleagues.
Your role will include:
- Carrying out general highways maintenance and repairs
- Supporting installation of kerbs, paving, and drainage systems
- Assisting with road surfacing and concreting work
- Helping with traffic management and seasonal maintenance activities
- Working safely with tools, equipment, and machinery
- Following instructions from supervisors and working as part of a team
You’ll work in a variety of environments, from towns and villages to rural areas, whilst gaining a wide range of hands-on experience.
Earn while you learn – gain a Level 2 qualification whilst getting paid
This apprenticeship is a great opportunity to build practical skills and start a long-term career.
You’ll receive:
- Level 2 Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative qualification
- A competitive salary from day one
- Hands-on experience across a wide range of highways work
- Full training and support from experienced colleagues
- A mix of workplace learning and college training
- Opportunities to progress into a permanent Highways Operative role
- Access to Vivup employee benefits scheme
- Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme from age 22, with employer contributions of up to 6%
Our Award-winning apprenticeships:
- Apprenticeship standard: Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician
- Start date: September 2026
- Training will include a combination of workplace experience and college learning
Many of our apprentices win awards and go on to secure permanent roles and develop successful careers with us!
✅ What we’re looking for
We’re looking for individuals who are motivated and keen to learn.
You will have:
- A willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to follow instructions and work safely
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- A practical approach and willingness to get stuck in
Essential requirements:
- Aged 16 or over
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above), or willingness to achieve this
- A full UK driving licence or working towards it
About NY Highways
NY Highways plays a vital role in maintaining and improving North Yorkshire’s road network of nearly 5,800 miles. By joining us, you’ll be part of a team delivering essential services that make a real difference to communities all whilst developing skills for a rewarding future.
Our Award-winning apprenticeships:
- Apprenticeship standard: Level 2 Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative
- Duration: 24 months
- Start date: September 2026
- Combination of practical, on-the-job learning and college-based study
Additional information
Due to the nature of this role, successful candidates will:
- Work on public highways and operate machinery
- Be required to follow strict health and safety procedures
- Undergo drug and alcohol testing in line with company policy
How to apply
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Close date: Sunday 12 th July
Interviews are planned to take place on week commencing 20 th July.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact:
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