We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.
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Organisation
Kirklees
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Directorate
Place
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Service Area
Highways & Streetscene
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Hours
37
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Number of Jobs
4
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Location(s)
Huddersfield and surrounding areas, Dewsbury and surrounding areas
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Position type
Apprenticeship
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Grade
Apprenticeship
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Salary
12.42 per hour
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Advert Wording
Our vision for Kirklees is to have a strong economy with a great quality of life - thriving communities, growing businesses, high prosperity, and low inequality where people enjoy better health throughout their lives.
To achieve this, we need a diverse and talented workforce.
Our highly rated apprenticeship programmes will allow you to earn, learn and build a successful career.
You will learn from experienced staff in the workplace, sponsored to undertake an industry recognised qualification and benefit from our extensive wraparound support.
We offer a competitive salary, with access to our staff benefits, pensions, employee networks and wellbeing packages.
Each year we offer wide ranging opportunities from trades, office based and outdoor work to technical and specialised roles within the council.
Our roles are suitable for all ages, from school and college leavers to those looking to re-train into a different career. We also offer opportunities for graduates through our higher-level apprenticeship programme.
Working as an Apprentice Highway Maintenance Operative you will work on rural and urban roads to repair damaged surfaces, using hand and power tools and pedestrian plan machinery. You will learn and put into practice a broad range of skills (including project management and engagement and consultation) required for the maintenance and improvement of Kirklees Highways Operations. You will provide support and assistance to other workers who will be part of your team.
If you require further information about the role please contact Recruiting Manager Joanne Barnes or Suzy Hodgson on 01484 221000 or email
[email protected] or
[email protected]
What can we offer?
Generous annual leave entitlement
Friendly and supportive team environment
Ongoing training and career development
Excellent pension scheme
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Joanne Barnes is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.
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We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email:
[email protected] or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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We encourage you to read our AI Guidance before submitting your application to ensure your supporting statements reflect your own authentic experience.
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Closing date
21 July 2026, 11:55 PM
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