Seasonal Winter Gritter Driver

Supreme Recruitment; Harrow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A seasonal recruitment agency is seeking a Seasonal Winter Maintenance Operative to support gritting and snow clearance operations in Harrow. The role requires a valid LGV Category C Licence and a safety-focused attitude, with responsibilities including operating winter vehicles, performing maintenance, and being available for on-call duties during adverse weather conditions. Applicants should be willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Shift allowances

Qualifications

• Valid LGV Category C Licence is required to operate vehicles.
• Driver CPC with current DQC card is necessary for compliance.
• Willingness to work ad hoc hours including nights/weekends is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform winter salting/gritting and snow clearance for priority routes.
• Operate winter vehicles like snow ploughs and gritters.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and maintenance.

Skills

Safety-focused attitude

LGV driving skills

Education

NOCN Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Winter Services

Valid CSCS Card

Tools

Snow ploughs

Gritters

Job description

Seasonal Winter Maintenance Operative - Gritter Driver (Ad Hoc Work)

Location: Harrow

Contract Type: Seasonal / Ad Hoc

Shifts: As required (nights, weekends, on-call standby)

Pay: Competitive hourly rate + shift allowances

Help Keep Harrow's Roads Safe This Winter

We're looking for skilled, safety-focused Winter Maintenance Operatives to support our seasonal gritting and snow clearance operations in Harrow on an ad hoc basis. If you're an experienced LGV driver with relevant winter service training, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Carry out winter salting/gritting and snow clearance across priority routes in Harrow
• Operate specialist winter vehicles including snow ploughs and gritters (fixed and demountable)
• Perform daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance in line with regulations
• Be available for on‑call/standby duties, responding rapidly to adverse weather
• Follow all relevant Health & Safety, Traffic Management, and winter service procedures

Essential Requirements

• Valid LGV Category C Licence
• Driver CPC with current DQC card
• Willingness to work ad hoc hours, including nights/weekends
• Able to work in challenging weather conditions with a safety‑first attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• NOCN Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Winter Services
• NPORS N802 - Snow Plough / Gritter Training
• Valid CSCS Card
• Experience in winter maintenance or similar Highways roles