Gulley Wagon Operative

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 29,540 - 31,537; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Job summary

Salford City Council is seeking a Gulley Wagon Operative in Salford to maintain gullies and assist with drainage and highways tasks. You will work closely with the Highways Construction team to respond to flood events and keep local streets clear.

This role requires manual labour, an HGV Class 2 licence, and a willingness to work outdoors in all weather. Training and skill development are provided, along with a competitive pension package.

Qualifications

• Class 2 HGV Licence or equivalent.
• Experience with manual work and plant equipment.
• Proven reliability in meeting deadlines on a gulley wagon.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Desire to gain new skills.
• Pride in representing the council and improving the local community.

Responsibilities

• Clean gullies following a maintenance schedule and jet if required.
• Record and report issues noted during maintenance.
• Attend flooding incidents and investigate/alleviate issues.
• Communicate with the public on site as needed.
• Assist with wider Highways Construction tasks (materials, paving, roadworks, street furniture).
• Be willing to work out of hours during extreme weather events.

Skills

HGV Licence (Class 2)

Manual labour

Plant/machinery experience

Outdoor work

Punctual/reliable

Community representation

Job description

Join us as a Gulley Wagon Operative in Salford to work at a local level to protect residents and businesses from the damage and disruption of flooding.

As part of the Salford team, you can work close to home and family – and feel a sense of connection to the community you serve.

We will provide opportunities to grow your skills and knowledge in drainage engineering, and you will also get to assist with the wider work of our Highways Construction team, giving you the chance to gain new skills, experience and expertise.

Why join us in Construction Services?

• The feeling of pride in a job well done.
• Seeing the difference your practical skills make to local streets and communities.
• Play your part in ensuring Salford is a safer, better place to live, work and grow up.
• Being part of a team who look out for each other out on the streets.
• Variety in your daily work and tasks.
• The chance to use your initiative and think on your feet to alleviate flooding.
• The right tools for the job, including iPads and digital mapping apps.
• Opportunities to gain new skills and qualifications through formal training and on‑the‑job experience.
• Competitive package, including excellent pension.

Your role

• Clean gullies following a maintenance schedule and jet if required.
• Record and report issues and findings during maintenance activity.
• Attend instances of flooding and investigate/alleviate issues, reporting back to the drainage supervisor/engineer.
• Communicate as required with the general public when out on the job.
• Assist with wider tasks within Highways Construction such as transport and disposal of paving and road materials, laying tarmac, setting out roadworks and installing poles and street furniture.
• Be willing to work out of hours during extreme weather events.

Your profile

• Class 2 HGV Licence.
• Previous experience of manual work and using plant equipment/machinery.
• Proven practical/technical skills with a track record of working reliably to deadlines on a gulley wagon.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A desire to gain new skills.
• A sense of pride in being a visible representative of the council, working to improve the local community.

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Please note that Salford City Council is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for any role, as no Certificates of Sponsorship are available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Please note, this job can be closed at any time if we fulfil the role.

Salary: £29,540 – £31,537

Location: Salford, Greater Manchester

Sector: Highways, Transport Planning, Public Transport