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Trainee TM Operative (CHELMSFORD)

Salary Range
£10 - £10
£1 - £1 / mo

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Location Base
Chelmsford, England
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

Job Title: Trainee Traffic Management Operatives

Job Type: Full Time / Permanent

Location: Chelmsford

Rate of Pay: £10.42 per hour

Job Reference: HATTON-075

A bit about Hatton Traffic Management:

Hatton Traffic Management is a leading provider of traffic management services across the UK. Established in 1976, Hatton has developed into a major force within the highways and utilities sectors, working closely with our clients as a key part of their integrated supply chain. We currently have nine locations in the UK that cover the country from Aberdeen to London with clients spread across multiple sectors.

About the role:

We have an excellent development opportunity for Trainee Traffic Management Operatives to join the team in our Chelmsford Depot. Most of the time will be spent working out of this depot but may require infrequent travel to join teams across our other UK operations. Due to the nature of the role, you will be expected to be flexible and be prepared to work days, evenings, nights, weekends or bank holidays

On commencement of employment, you will be required to undertake a mandatory drugs test and due to the nature of the business and our client relationships, the company reserves the right to ask employees to undergo random drug testing. Rates of pay are highly competitive and dependent upon the level of qualification. Operatives usually achieve 12D M1/M2 qualification within 4-6 months (£11.50 per hour).

Scope of Role: Maintenance, delivery, installation/removal, service and operation of traffic management equipment and systems on the public highway.

Professional liaison with customers on site and members of the public.

Site paperwork on field service tablets.

Yard duties as designated by TM Supervisor

Health & Safety awareness

Pre-requisites: Physically fit and in good health

Have a passion for working in Traffic Management

Excellent time-management skills

Willing to work outside in all weathers

Self-starter and well-developed interpersonal and communication skills

Organised with attention to detail

Hardworking and Enthusiastic

Be able to pass a Drugs & Alcohol Check

Right to Work in UK

Team Player

Qualifications: Ideally possess a valid TTMBC certificate or T1/T2 Course

Full UK Driving licence (with less than 6 points)

Benefits: 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Enhanced holiday entitlement for long service

Company Pension Scheme (after probationary period)

Full standard PPE provided

National Highways Sector Scheme training will be provided

Refer A Friend Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-site parking

So, if you want to be part of a growing company, then apply today.

Hatton Traffic Management Limited is committed to equal opportunities, recognises diversity, and welcomes applications from all ages, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. Any disabled candidate who meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £10.42 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Chelmsford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (with less than 6 points) (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: HATTON-075

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

1

Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Corridor Intelligence

Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

⚖️ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee TM Operative (CHELMSFORD) roles across Hatton Traffic Management Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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