Highways Heavy Plant/HGV Operative (Morpeth)

North East Combined Authority; Morpeth; Híbrido; GBP 25.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Northumberland County Council is seeking a skilled HGV driver to support the Highways team in Morpeth. You will operate a range of HGV vehicles to assist with delivery of Highways Schemes across the Morpeth area, contributing to safe, efficient road maintenance.

You will work unsupervised between sites, ensure compliance with driving regulations, and participate in civil ground works such as paving, drainage and tarmac repairs as required.

Formación

• HGV licence held with valid entitlement.
• Ability to work unsupervised between sites.
• Knowledge of the legislation and regulations relating to driving.

Responsabilidades

• Drive various HGV vehicles to assist with the delivery of Highways Schemes within the Morpeth Area.
• Assist with civil ground works and, as part of the team, with paving, drainage and tarmac repairs.

Conocimientos

HGV licence

Descripción del empleo

Northumberland County Council's (NCC) vision is ‘Land of Great Opportunities', for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.

Northumberland County Council is committed to delivering safe, well-maintained highways across the county. As part of our Highways team, we play a vital role in keeping Northumberland's road network in excellent condition for residents, businesses and visitors. Our operational teams use specialist equipment and innovative repair techniques to deliver efficient highway maintenance solutions countywide.

What you'll be doing:

• Driving various HGV vehicles to assist with the delivery of Highways Schemes within the Morpeth Area.
• On occasions, you will assist with civil ground works and as part of the team assist with task such as paving, drainage and tarmac repairs.

What you'll bring:

• An HGV licence
• Ability to work unsupervised between sites.
• Knowledge of the legislation and regulations relating to driving

Why choose us?

We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)

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