Road Construction Operative
Tasks
- Inspects finished article for faults, monitors assembly machine operation and reports any faults.
- Rejects faulty assembly components.
- Assembles prepared components in sequence by soldering, bolting, fastening, spot-welding, screwing and hammering using power and hand tools or assembly machine.
- Follows instructions and drawings and positions components on work bench or in assembly machine.
Typical Education Level
Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C
Will retirement created job openings
In the UK, 19% in this profession are aged 55 or above.* They will likely retire in the next 10 years, creating a demand for new workers
*This is based on national data
£32,169 Average wage
Average annual earnings
The current average wage for road construction operative is £32,169
944 positions
Current Employment
The number of jobs in the career for the current year is 944. Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.
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Job Postings
Over the past year, jobs have been posted for road construction operative roles.
How well does it pay?
Normal pay for this occupation is £32,169 per year. That is about £2,681 per month or £16.50 per hour. New workers generally start on £18,493, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as £47,136
Is it growing or declining?
This career has remained the same over the last 2 years, and is expected to remain the same over the next 4 years. Currently, 944 people are employed in the region.
