Winter Patrol Driver - Glasgow

Amey Ltd; Uddingston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Choices

Save with Amey

Social Value

Job summary

Amey Ltd in Glasgow is hiring Winter Patrol Drivers for a 6-month fixed-term contract from October to March, based at the M8 Account, Tannochside Depot. You will operate gritting vehicles and support essential highway maintenance to keep Scotland moving.

You will hold a valid HGV Class 2 licence and CPC, with a proactive safety mindset and good teamwork. Training is provided, with benefits and career development opportunities offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate gritting vehicles and other equipment
• Carry out winter maintenance incl. gritting and inspections
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects
• Ensure work complies with health and safety procedures
• Record time, resources and activities using company systems
• Attend team briefings and support safe operations
• Collaborate with colleagues, clients and emergency services
• Maintain records and complete paperwork

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Career Opportunities: Winter Patrol Driver - Glasgow (13316)

Requisition ID13316-Posted16/10/2026-Transport Infrastructure-Uddingston - Tannochside Depot

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 Glasgowon 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

As part of our Winter Operations team, you'll:

• 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

Application Guidance

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.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact this winter while gaining valuable experience with a leading infrastructure organisation, we'd love to hear from you.