Salary guide
Highways Technician
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £38,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
EngineeringInfrastructure
- Technicians support the UK’s vast road network
Other names this job is known by
- Road Technician
- Transport Technician
Key responsibilities
- Support engineers with road and highway projects
- Conduct site surveys and inspections
- Collect and analyse data
- Prepare technical drawings and reports
- Liaise with contractors and authorities
- Maintain equipment and records
- Ensure compliance with safety standards
- Support project delivery
Skills and qualifications required
- Diploma or apprenticeship in engineering, construction, or transport
- Fieldwork and IT skills
- Physical fitness
- Communication and organisation
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Technician
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Supervisor
How to get the job
- Study engineering, construction, or transport
- Complete a diploma or apprenticeship
- Gain experience in highways or infrastructure roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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