Class 2 Driver/Gritter

We’re currently recruiting an HGV Class 2 Driver / Gritter to join our client’s team helping to keep the County’s roads safe this winter.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable driver to contribute to vital community services, with the potential for contract extension throughout the full winter period.

As an HGV Class 2 Driver / Gritter, you will be:

• Driving and operating gritting vehicles across the County to keep roads safe during winter conditions.
• Participating in the winter gritting rota, which includes overtime and night work when required.
• Undertaking general highway maintenance tasks such as kerb laying, drainage, paving, ditching, traffic management, and other Open Spaces functions when required.
• Ensuring vehicle safety checks are completed and all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures.
• Responding to call-outs during severe weather to provide a vital community service.
• Operating plant, machinery and equipment safely, carrying out routine checks, and recording defects where necessary.
• Working effectively as part of a team and dealing politely with members of the public when required.

To be considered for the HGV Class 2 Driver / Gritter, you will need:

• A valid LGV / HGV Class 2 licence and a full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends and overtime as part of the winter rota.
• The ability to undertake manual outdoor tasks in all weather conditions.
• A responsible, reliable, and safety-conscious attitude.
• Previous experience in gritting, winter service operations, or highways maintenance would be beneficial, but full training will be provided.
• Knowledge of the local area and the ability to work on your own initiative.

In return, you’ll benefit from the opportunity to work in a role that directly contributes to public safety while receiving a basic hourly pay rate of £14.36 per hour plus paid enhancements for night work, applied to hours worked after 9pm and before 7am.

This role is offered on an initial 12-week contract with the possibility of extension across the full winter period.

If you’re an experienced HGV driver looking for a rewarding seasonal role where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.