Road Marking Operative Apprentice
Wilson and Scott (Highways) Ltd
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Thatcham
Contract type: Full time
Kickstart your career in a hands-on, outdoor environment with one of the UK’s leading road marking contractors.
Wilson & Scott is offering an exciting opportunity to train as a fully qualified Road Marking Operative through a 2-year, paid Specialist applied train via a Specialist Applied-skills Programme — learning on the job while earning a recognised NVQ Level 2 qualification.
What You’ll Do
What We’re Looking For:
You’ll Thrive In This Role If You Are
This apprenticeship is the start of a long-term journey. With the right attitude, you can go far here.
Ready to take your first steps? Apply now!
Benefits
Wilson & Scott is offering an exciting opportunity to train as a fully qualified Road Marking Operative through a 2-year, paid Specialist applied train via a Specialist Applied-skills Programme — learning on the job while earning a recognised NVQ Level 2 qualification.
What You’ll Do
- Assist experienced crews on live road marking works across the UK.
- Learn to prepare vehicles and equipment for applying road markings safely.
- Work outdoors in varied locations — no two days are the same.
- Learn through on-site training and 4 weeks of classroom training at the RSMA (Gainsborough, Lincolnshire) for your NVQ.
- Competitive pay: Up to £600/week based on progress and bonuses.
- Overtime and night shift pay (18+).
- Fully funded NVQ Level 2 in Road Marking.
- PPE and travel expenses provided.
- Long-term career progression opportunities.
- Under 18? You’ll work 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday.
- 18 or over? You’ll have access to overtime and night shifts.
What We’re Looking For:
You’ll Thrive In This Role If You Are
- Motivated — You want to build a real trade and career, not just do a job
- Reliable — Your team can count on you to show up and give your best every day
- Adaptable — You learn quickly and can handle changing work environments
- Team-minded — You work well with others and take feedback in your stride
- Resilient — You’re comfortable working outdoors in all weathers
- Flexible — You’re willing to travel and stay away from home as part of the job (when required)
- Safety-minded — Awareness of safety for yourself and other people
This apprenticeship is the start of a long-term journey. With the right attitude, you can go far here.
Ready to take your first steps? Apply now!
Benefits
- Pension Plans
- Life Assurance
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme - Counseling
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