Road & Winter Maintenance Driver (Flexible Hours)

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council in Kirkwall is offering a Permanent Driver / Roadworker 2 role with a 37-hour week and standard shifts from Monday to Friday. The job includes winter maintenance duties and a requirement to participate in standby rotas outside normal hours.

The position reports to the Team Manager, Roads and Grounds Operations. A Level 1 Disclosure check is required, and applications close on 15 November 2026. Salary includes Distant Islands Allowance.

Qualifications

• The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the must have' section of the attached job profile.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of roads and municipal related activities.
• Delivery of the Council's winter maintenance service in all weather conditions.
• Participate in a standby rota covering out of hours.

Job description

Orkney Islands Council in Kirkwall is offering a Permanent Driver / Roadworker 2 role with a 37-hour week and standard shifts from Monday to Friday. The job includes winter maintenance duties and a requirement to participate in standby rotas outside normal hours.

The position reports to the Team Manager, Roads and Grounds Operations. A Level 1 Disclosure check is required, and applications close on 15 November 2026. Salary includes Distant Islands Allowance.