Reading Borough Council is looking for a Highways and Drainage Operative. It’s a full-time post based in Reading paying £29,071 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Hands-on highways and drainage maintenance work based at the Bennet Road depot in Reading. Covers gully cleansing, minor road and footway repairs, street furniture and emergency call-outs. Team-based role; reporting line is the Highways and Drainage Manager.
About Reading Borough Council
Reading Borough Council is the unitary authority for Reading, the largest town in the Thames Valley, covering the town centre, Caversham, Whitley, Tilehurst and the areas along the Thames and Kennet. Based at the Civic Offices on Bridge Street, it runs all local council services, including schools, social care, highways, housing and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Highways, drainage or construction experience, or willing to train
- Practical and physically fit
- Full UK driving licence
- Flexible for emergency and out-of-hours duties
- HGV licence desirable
What’s on offer
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Rising to 33 days after 10 years
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Life assurance three times salary
- Lease car salary sacrifice scheme
- Season ticket loan
How to apply
You apply directly with Reading Borough Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Reading Borough Council’s website.
