Winter Services Driver: Gritting & Snow Clearing Pro

North East Combined Authority; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible contract

Career opportunities

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Skill development

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking Winter Services Drivers to help keep roads safe during the winter season. You will operate gritting and winter maintenance vehicles, deliver services to routes, and perform routine checks as part of a Highways & Neighbourhood Services team.

The role requires LGV/HGV licence, NVQ Level 2 in Winter Services, and knowledge of health and safety. It involves outdoor work, variable hours, and a winter rota including evenings and nights.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Winter Services.
• Experience driving LGV/HGV vehicles in hazardous conditions.
• Knowledge of driving legislation and regulations.
• Understanding of Health and Safety requirements and safe working practices.
• Good record-keeping and ability to follow written/verbal instructions.
• Customer-focused approach to member of the public.
• Reliable, flexible and team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialist gritting and winter maintenance vehicles.
• Deliver gritting and snow-clearing services to agreed routes and standards.
• Carry out routine vehicle and equipment checks.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork.
• Work safely in challenging weather and traffic conditions.
• Support colleagues to deliver a high-quality winter maintenance service.

Skills

LGV/HGV licence

NVQ Level 2 Winter Services

Driving legislation

Health and Safety

Experience in hazardous conditions

Outdoor/field work

Record-keeping

Customer focus

Reliable and team player

Education

NVQ level 2 Winter Services

Job description

Northumberland County Council is seeking Winter Services Drivers to help keep roads safe during the winter season. You will operate gritting and winter maintenance vehicles, deliver services to routes, and perform routine checks as part of a Highways & Neighbourhood Services team.

The role requires LGV/HGV licence, NVQ Level 2 in Winter Services, and knowledge of health and safety. It involves outdoor work, variable hours, and a winter rota including evenings and nights.