Winter Patrol Driver - Glasgow

Amey; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Choices

Save with Amey

Social Value

Job summary

Amey is recruiting for Winter Patrol Drivers to join the M8 Account in Glasgow on a 6-month fixed-term contract from October to March (including induction). You will operate gritting vehicles, perform winter maintenance and support highway services during Scotland's challenging winter period.

Role involves safety-focused driving, routine vehicle checks, and collaboration with colleagues, clients and emergency services to keep roads accessible and safe throughout the season.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 licence and Driver CPC are essential.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Proactive safety-focused approach to work.
• Able to work effectively in a team during winter operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate gritting vehicles and other equipment.
• Carry out winter maintenance activities including gritting and inspections.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures at all times.
• Record time, resources and activities in company systems.
• Attend briefings and support safe, efficient operations.
• Collaborate with colleagues, clients, emergency services and the public.

Skills

HGV Class 2

Driver CPC

Communication skills

Safety-conscious

Team player

Winter maintenance

Job description

Location: Glasgow, Scotland
6-Month Fixed-Term Contract | October to March (Including Training/Induction period)

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to local communities? We're recruiting Winter Patrol Drivers to join our M8 Account in Glasgow on a fixed-term contract throughout the winter season. In this vital role, you'll help keep roads safe and accessible during some of the year's most challenging weather conditions.

From operating gritting vehicles to supporting essential highway maintenance activities, you'll play a key role in keeping Scotland moving.

What You'll Be Doing

• Drive and operate gritting vehicles and other specialist plant and equipment
• Carry out winter maintenance activities, including gritting, inspections and minor highway maintenance works
• Complete daily vehicle checks and reports any defects accurately
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with health and safety procedures
• Record time, resources and operational activities using company systems
• Attend team briefings and contribute to safe, efficient operations
• Work closely with colleagues, clients, emergency services and members of the public
• Maintain accurate records and complete all required paperwork

What We're Looking For

• Valid HGV Class 2 Licence
• Full Driver CPC qualification
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A proactive and safety-conscious approach to work
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Previous winter maintenance experience

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program

• Career Development - Exceptional training and development opportunities
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
• Social Value - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.