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Roadbuilding & Maintenance

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NVQ Level 2 Diploma Roadbuilding & Maintenance (Construction)

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About Level 2 NVQ Diploma Roadbuilding and Maintenance

Qualification Title
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Roadbuilding and Maintenance (Construction)
Target Audience - Occupation
Roadbuilding and Maintenance
Purpose
This roadbuilding training level 2 NVQ is for those who want to show their competence in several areas. Candidates can choose one of the 18 pathways highlighted below.

What this NVQ involves

Our assessor schedules the appointments with the candidate at times that work for both parties.

Since the Level 2 NVQ Diploma Roadbuilding and Maintenance are candidate-led, they can be completed swiftly once the majority of the evidence has been acquired for the proposed evidence list, a copy of which we've provided. After the evidence is gathered (by email), the Level 2 NVQ Diploma Roadbuilding and Maintenance can be completed quickly in two to three sessions, lasting a few hours each, as long as the candidate can set aside time for the professional follow-up discussion to go over all of the given evidence.

The follow-up professional discussion can be completed face-to-face or remotely.

1st visit – Induction, planning

2nd visit – discuss evidences, identify shortfall of evidences

3rd – visit – Discuss new evidences, cover shortfall in questions (if required) - completed

Key Course Details

Duration: See section "What This NVQ Involves"

Location: Work-based, on-site assessment and/or remote

Cost: £995 + VAT, or, CITB Short Qualification Grant - £395

Dates: On-site assessment

Accreditation: OFQUAL Certification

Card Occupation: Roadbuilding Slurry-microsurfacing Operative - Manual, Roadbuilding Crack And Joint Repair Operative, Highways Maintenance Flexible Pavement, Roadbuilding Operative: Planning

CITB Support

I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Mark and the entire team at Workforce Skills for the outstanding training and support provided throughout my Level 7 NVQ in Senior Site Management. From start to finish, the process was handled with professionalism, clarity, and a consistently high standard of delivery.

The depth of knowledge and experience that Mark brings to the table is evident in every interaction. His guidance was invaluable, not just in navigating the NVQ requirements, but in enhancing my understanding of leadership and site management at a senior level. The training materials were comprehensive, well-structured, and directly aligned with industry expectations, which made the learning both relevant and engaging.

What stood out most was the team’s commitment to quality and their proactive approach to ensuring I stayed on track. They were always available to answer questions and provide feedback, making the journey feel both supported and efficient.

Luke Lee
Head Of Operations, MCC Homes

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Qualification Structure

Choose the pathway that best matches the role and responsibilities of the person undertaking the qualification.

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
R/650/8925Manually applying slurry surfacing materials in the workplace2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
T/650/8926Manually applying high friction (cold applied) surfacing materials in the workplace2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
Y/650/8927Manually applying high friction (hot applied) surfacing materials in the workplace2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
T/650/1436Manually applying crack and joint repair surfacing materials in the workplace2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
A/650/8928Manually applying thermal repair surfacing materials in the workplace2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
D/650/8929Manually applying resin bonded or resin bound surfacing materials in the workplace2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
J/650/8930Applying and removing pavement markings manually in the workplace.

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Manual Roadbuilding

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Permanent markings
Temporary markings
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
K/650/8931Installing and removing permanent road studs in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Manual Roadbuilding

Plus two of the following endorsements required:
Inset milled stud
Inset drilled stud
Fixed surface mounted studs
Stud maintenance
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
L/650/8932Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Paver screwman
Paver
Roller
Chipping machine
Loader compressor
180 degree Excavator
Spray Tanker
Geosynthetic installation equipment
Spray injection
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
M/650/8933Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying rigid paving in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Feed machine
Paver screwman
Paver
Finishing beam or float
Reinforcement placement equipment
Spray
Texturing and/or curing machine
Horizontal travel slip form machine operator
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
R/650/8934Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying slurry micro-surfacing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Applicator steerman
Applicator
Slurry supply tanker
Tipper grab
Roller
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
T/650/8935Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying surface dressing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Spray tanker
Self-propelled chipping machine
Tailboard chipping machine
Combined spray tanker and chipping machine
Spray bar
Tipper grab
Loading shovel
Roller
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
Y/650/8936Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying high friction surfacing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Heating pot
Tanker
Spray bar
Chipper machine
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
F/650/8939Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for planing or milling operations in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Wheeled planing and/or milling machine up to 1 metre
Tracked planing and/or milling machine up to 1.5 metre’s
Tracked planning and/or milling machine over 1.5 metre’s
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
K/650/8940Operating and controlling operations of specialist road plant, machinery or equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Pulveriser recycling machine
Combination in-situ recycling machine
Bulk binder spreader machine
Tanker truck
Motor grader
Roller
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
L/650/8941Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for soil stabilisation in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

Roadbuilding and maintenance plant
Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Combination soil stabilisation machines
Mixer machine
Bulk builder spreader machine
Tiling machine
Self-propelled water browser
Towed water browser
Roller
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
M/650/8942Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for surface retexturing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Bush hammering machine
Grooving machine
Flailing machine
High pressure jetting machine
Shot blasting machine
Planing or milling machine
Grinding machine
2

Candidates must complete 3 mandatory units.
Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
R/650/8943Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for pavement markings in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Applicator steersman
Applicator
Feeder vehicle
2
why take this nvq

Benefits of the NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Roadbuilding & Maintenance

  • Eligible for a Skilled Worker Blue CSCS card. Before you apply, you will need to have passed the CITB Operatives level Health, safety and environment test within the last 2 years
  • CITB Grant Eligible for CITB levy registered companies
  • For CITB levy registered companies this NVQ is grant eligible for £600 CITB Short Qualification Grant
  • Demonstrates that you are highly qualified for your role
  • You earn a lifetime qualification and improves your job advancement chances
  • We are a nationwide CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO), CITB Employer Networks Partner and will help you claim funding and eligible grants

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have questions about this NVQ? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

This qualification is designed for individuals working in the construction industry, specifically in roadbuilding and maintenance. It assesses their competence and skills in various tasks related to road construction and upkeep.

Typically, individuals working in roadbuilding and maintenance within the construction industry are eligible. There might be certain prerequisites or requirements that candidates need to fulfil, such as being employed in a relevant role.

Yes, this qualification is designed to be completed while working in the industry. Candidates compile evidence from their day-to-day work activities to fulfil the requirements of the NVQ Diploma.

The NVQ cost can vary. Please see our payment options

There are no specific entry requirements for the NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Roadbuilding & Maintenance, but candidates should have a basic understanding of the industry and relevant practical experience. Some employers may also require candidates to have certain qualifications or certifications, such as a CSCS card or a relevant trade qualification.

Yes, understanding and implementing health and safety measures are critical in the construction industry. Candidates will be assessed on their knowledge and application of health and safety regulations relevant to roadbuilding and maintenance.

Assessment for the NVQ Diploma involves demonstrating competence in a real-world work environment. Candidates compile a portfolio of evidence showing their ability to perform various tasks related to roadbuilding and maintenance. Assessment methods might include observations, work-based evidence, testimonies, and professional discussions.

You can refer to our helpful L2 NVQ Diploma Roadbuilding & Maintenance Evidence Examples list to get a better idea of the types of naturally occurring documentation you can use to support your NVQ. You will find this on our resources page.

Yes, you can be eligible for the CSCS Blue Skilled Workers card, as long as you have completed the relevant Operative Health and Safety Test within 2 years of applying for the card. Please contact Workforce Skills Support for further CSCS experience and trainee card information.

Please visit our All NVQ page to find your relevant occupation and required NVQ.

Yes, this Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Roadbuilding and Maintenance (Construction) is accredited by ProQual.

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