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Road Repair Operative NVQ
Road Repair Operative NVQ
The Road Repair Operative NVQ Level 2 assesses experienced road repair and patching operatives on live highways work. It leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card. It costs £750 fixed with no VAT, typically takes 4–8 weeks with assessment carried out remotely or on site from your normal work — no exams, no classroom, and leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card.
Qualification Overview
If you carry out carriageway and footway repairs — patching, resurfacing small areas, ironwork adjustments and associated temporary traffic management — this pathway of the Highways Maintenance NVQ formally recognises your competence.
Assessment is evidence-based from your live highways work, remotely or on site anywhere in the UK, typically over 4–8 weeks. No exams, no classroom.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction Operations and Civil Engineering — Highways Maintenance |
| Qualification code | 601/8294/5 |
| Level | 2 |
| Awarding body | GQA |
| Typical completion | 4–8 weeks |
| Assessment | Remote or on-site evidence — no exams, no classroom |
| Typical CSCS route | Blue CSCS Skilled Worker |
Who this NVQ is for
Experienced road repair and patching operatives working on highways maintenance contracts who need a recognised qualification and the Blue CSCS card.
Entry requirements
You need to be working in the role (or able to evidence recent competent work) so an assessor can gather real workplace evidence. No exams and no classroom — your day-to-day work is the evidence.
CSCS card route
With this Level 2 NVQ plus the CITB HS&E operatives test you can apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card — proof of qualified status on any UK site.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to attend a training centre?
No — assessment is carried out remotely or on site from evidence of your normal work.
How much does it cost?
£750 fixed, no VAT, with a monthly payment plan available.
What card does it lead to?
The Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card, with the CITB HS&E test.
What candidates say
“Most informative and well presented course.”
Anthony Moss — Verified Google review ↗
What card does this NVQ lead to?
Leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card
On completion you can apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card, proving competence in your trade.
Your NVQ pathway
- Level 2 Skilled
- Level 3 Advanced
- Level 4 Supervisor
- Level 5 Senior Supervisor
- Level 6 Manager
Your current qualification is highlighted. Progress up the pathway as your career develops.
How the e-portfolio assessment works
- Enrol and be assigned a dedicated occupational assessor.
- Gather workplace evidence — photos, videos, witness statements — via our online portal.
- Complete a professional discussion and observations against the 610/0052/9 standards.
- Certification, then apply to CSCS for your card.