HGV Driver & Highway Maintenance Operative

BEAR Scotland Ltd; Killin; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A road maintenance company in Scotland is looking for experienced Roadworkers to maintain and improve our vital trunk road network. This full-time role requires a Full UK Driving Licence and experience in a construction environment. Successful candidates will perform duties in varying outdoor conditions and participate in winter maintenance. We offer a range of employee benefits, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for training and development. Join us to contribute to keeping Scotland moving while enjoying generous holiday entitlement and other perks.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Access to employee benefits

Qualifications

• Must possess a Full UK Driving Licence; LGV Class C Licence is desirable.
• Experience in a construction environment or roadworks is required.
• Commitment to health and safety and willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Erect and remove temporary signs and barriers.
• Operate power tools and machinery.
• Participate in winter maintenance duties.

Skills

Experience in Roadworks

Full UK Driving Licence

Ability to work in outdoor conditions

Health & Safety Regulations knowledge

Experience operating small plant machinery

Job description

Location: Killin; Category: Operations; Full Time, Permanent, 40 Hours per week, Monday – Friday, Overtime and Standby Rota

Overview

BEAR Scotland is a leading provider of road maintenance and management services, proudly responsible for the upkeep and enhancement of the country’s vital trunk road network — including bridges and key infrastructure — across some of the most scenic and challenging terrain in the UK.

Our Northwest Trunk Road Unit spans over 1,422km of roadways, stretching from the rugged beauty of Thurso and Wick in the far north, down to the coastal charm of Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute. It connects communities from Uig on the Isle of Skye to the historic cities of Perth and Stirling, offering a unique opportunity to work across a landscape that’s as diverse as it is inspiring.

We have vacancies for experienced Roadworkers to join our existing operations team. The Roadworkers will report to Operations Supervisor and Operations Manager and will be responsible to help keeping Scotland moving.

This is a full-time role with Standby Rota and Overtime, including Nightshift.

Please note: Due to the nature of this role, successful candidates must be able to reach the depot within 30 minutes of being called out. This is essential to ensure timely response to operational needs.

Responsibilities and Activities

• The erection and removal of temporary signs and barriers (permanent signs and barriers).
• Preparation, application, compaction and removal of soils, rocks, coated and other materials.
• Hot material patching by hand.
• Drainage works, excavation, pipe laying, kerb laying, scrub cutting.
• Installation and fixing of temporary/permanent road furniture.
• Operation of power tools, small plant and machinery.
• Driving vehicles including those with simple attachments such as tractors.
• Responsibility for the health and safety of the public, colleagues and yourself.
• Participating in our winter and emergency response service on a standby rota basis.
• Winter maintenance duties which include fitting gritter body and blade, driving gritter and spread salt by hand if required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Full UK Driving Licence is essential; LGV Class C Licence is desirable
• Previous Experience in Roadworks or similar construction environment
• Willingness to undertake training and achieve competency across key aspects of the role
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety Regulations and a Commitment to safe working practices
• Ability to work in demanding outdoor conditions
• Experience operating small plant machinery and equipment
• Possession of relevant certifications in plant operation, traffic management, & Health & Safety is highly desirable.

Why BEAR?

At the heart of our success is our people — talented, innovative, and dedicated individuals who drive everything we do. We’re committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering a supportive and rewarding work environment.

In return, we provide:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Access to a range of employee benefits including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and our Employee Assistance Programme

We believe in empowering our team to grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential. Join a company that inspires you to deliver your best work and supports your journey to evolve and succeed.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to promoting fairness, inclusion, and diversity across all areas of our business.