Highways Operative/Driver

Northumberland County Council; Cowpen; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking a Highways Operative/Driver to join the Blyth depot team, delivering highway repairs and maintenance across the county.

You will operate a range of highway plant and equipment, undertake drainage work, and perform general civil groundworks. A Level 2 qualification in Highways or equivalent is required, with driving duties for vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes. Training on specialised plant will be provided.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Highways or working towards a trade qualification.
• Knowledge and experience of civil groundworks is essential and should include working within a live Highway environment.
• Ability to drive a variety of work related general purpose vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out highway repairs and maintenance works including modular and block paving, kerbs and channels, flexible surfaces, ironwork (manholes, gullies, valve boxes), concrete works (including reinforcement), bollards, fencing and minor landscaping reinstatement.
• Install, maintain and repair drainage systems, including excavation of trenches, laying of pipes, operation of mechanical jetting plant, and all associated health and safety precautions.
• Operate highways plant and equipment such as compactors, vibrating rollers, mini-excavators, road rollers, saws, compressors and other small plant, subject to training and accreditation.
• Drive and maintain the security of non-HGV vehicles, including completing daily and weekly vehicle and plant checks and log sheets.

Skills

Civil groundworks

Vehicle operation up to 7.5t

Education

Level 2 qualification in Highways

Tools

Compactors

Vibrating rollers

Mini-excavators

Road rollers

Saws

Compressors

Jetting plant

Job description

We are looking for a Highways Operative/Driver to based at our Blyth depot to provide assistance within a team undertaking highway maintenance and construction tasks in the development of Northumberland County Council's highway network. What you'll be doing:

• Carry out highway repairs and maintenance works including modular and block paving, kerbs and channels, flexible surfaces, ironwork (manholes, gullies, valve boxes), concrete works (including reinforcement), bollards, fencing and minor landscaping reinstatement.
• Install, maintain and repair drainage systems, including excavation of trenches, laying of pipes, operation of mechanical jetting plant, and all associated health and safety precautions.
• Operate highways plant and equipment such as compactors, vibrating rollers, mini-excavators, road rollers, saws, compressors and other small plant, subject to training and accreditation.
• Drive and maintain the security of non-HGV vehicles, including completing daily and weekly vehicle and plant checks and log sheets. A level 2 qualification or equivalent in Highways or working towards a trade qualification.
• Knowledge and experience of civil groundworks is essential and should include working within a live Highway environment.
• Ability to drive a variety of work related general purpose vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes.
• It is desirable to have working knowledge of larger construction works including, paving, kerbing, drainage, bricklaying and resurfacing. 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.

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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