Roadworks Operative – Overtime & Pension Benefits

Midlothian Council; Gorebridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

On‑call duties

Generous pension contribution

Job summary

Midlothian Council is seeking a Roadworker 4 x2 at Fushiebridge Depot to join the Place Directorate. The role is permanent, 36 hours per week, Mon-Thu 07:30-15:45 and Fri 07:30-12:30.

Salary starts at the 1st pay point with a minimum annual gross of £30,619.22. Essential qualifications include an SVQ2 in Road Building and HGV/LGV licence; overtime and on-call opportunities are available with a generous employer pension contribution.

Qualifications

• SVQ level 2 in Road Building or equivalent.
• HGV/LGV driving licence (essential).
• Experience in road maintenance tasks and safe operation of plant.

Responsibilities

• Carry out road resurfacing, drainage, line painting or winter maintenance tasks.
• Interpret technical plans and site drawings and measure for materials and equipment.
• Work with a modern fleet and plant, including overtime/on-call when required.

Skills

HGV/LGV licence

Road maintenance

Education

SVQ level 2 in Road Building

Tools

Plant Operator Certificates

IOSH safety training

SVQ level 2 in Winter Maintenance

Job description

Midlothian Council is seeking a Roadworker 4 x2 at Fushiebridge Depot to join the Place Directorate. The role is permanent, 36 hours per week, Mon-Thu 07:30-15:45 and Fri 07:30-12:30.

Salary starts at the 1st pay point with a minimum annual gross of £30,619.22. Essential qualifications include an SVQ2 in Road Building and HGV/LGV licence; overtime and on-call opportunities are available with a generous employer pension contribution.