Gritting only Operative

Mitie Group plc.; Hyde; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Landscapes offers a fixed-term contract for a Gritting Operative in Hyde. You will support Winter Services, performing gritting across sites and reporting to the Contracts Manager, with a pay rate of £26.00 per hour.

This full-time role requires driving a company van and ensuring safe, timely duties throughout the winter period. The position is based at Talbot Road, Hyde (SK14 4EQ) and closes 4 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work enthusiasm and resilience.
• Willingness to work in a flexible, agile environment.
• Ability to use smartphone technology for job tasks.
• Valid full driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Gritting on diverse sites within the region.
• Operate a company vehicle with gritting hopper.
• Refill van with rock salt and distribute as needed.
• Perform duties safely and promptly, following procedures.

Skills

Outdoor work

Flexible / Agile

Smartphone tech

Full driving licence

Job description

Gritting Operative

CAPTION:

• Company: Mitie
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: SK14 4EQ
• Job type: Contract
• Posting date: 5 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 4 Nov 2026

Summary

Come join us, we are no ordinary company!

Mitie Landscapes has an exciting opportunity for a Gritting only Operative to join our team at the UKs market leading FM company. Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will be supporting Winter Services, carrying out gritting on various sites, throughout the Winter period ensuring you deliver the exceptional every day.

Pay Rate: £26.00

Position: Fixed Term Contract

Contract Type: Full Time

Location: Co Op, Talbot Road, Hyde, Greater Manchester, England, SK14 4EQ

You will be responsible for

• Gritting various sites within your regional area
• Driving a company vehicle with a gritting hopper
• Filling your van with rock salt to distribute
• Completing your duties in a safe and timely manner

What we are looking for

• A passion for working outdoors.
• Prepared to work in an agile and flexible working environment.
• A good understanding of smartphone technology.
• Full driving licence