Highways Maintenance Operative (HGV Driver) - Forfar

Amey Lg Ltd; Forfar; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK transport solutions provider seeks a Highways Maintenance Operative (HGV Driver) based in Forfar. The successful candidate will be responsible for highway maintenance works, leading a team, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. A valid HGV Class 2 licence is necessary, with opportunities for career development and a generous pension scheme. The role demands flexibility including night shifts and overtime where needed, aiming to enhance service delivery across the region.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits scheme

Community involvement days

Discount access through online portal

Qualifications

• Experience in highway maintenance works, particularly drainage and kerbing.
• Team leadership capabilities to manage squad responsibilities.
• Must hold a valid HGV Class 2 licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all aspects of highway maintenance works.
• Lead a squad during maintenance activities.
• Ensure vehicle checks and maintenance are conducted.

Skills

Civils experience

Valid HGV Class 2 licence

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Tools

HGV vehicles

Plant machinery

Job description

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Title: Highways Maintenance Operative (HGV Driver) - Forfar

Requisition ID: 9623

Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Highways Maintenance Operative (HGV Driver) to join our NMC North East Account in Forfar. This role will be based in our Forfar depot.

Our NMC NE Account which was awarded to us in 2022 supports Transport Scotland. It delivers improved levels of service to the trunk road network, aiming to ensure consistent, predictable and reliable journeys for road users. Works cover maintenance, road safety, bridges and structures and discrete improvement schemes, taking into account the Scottish Government’s climate change and sustainability targets. We also deliver an enhanced winter and incident response service, improved communications and new technologies for better management of trunk network assets and maintenance activities.

HGV Driver (Highways Maintenance Operative) plays an important part in the construction of minor & major civils schemes and routine maintenance activities.

It would be desirable if you have previous civils, trade or street works experience to help you hit the ground running. It would be ideal if you have previous winter experience or a valid HGV Class 2 licence. HGV training can be provided where suitable for the right candidate.

Standard hours of work are 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role involves overtime, participation in on-call rotas and night shift working where required by the business.

You will be responsible for:

• Undertaking all aspects of highway maintenance works including but not limited to drainage, kerbing and other civils schemes.
• Leading a squad and working in close relation with other gangers.
• Completion of associated scheme records to a high quality such as daily site diaries and measurement records.
• Drive/operate vehicles/plant ensuring vehicle checks, routing maintenance and cleaning are carried out.
• Winter Maintenance – including emergency call out and standby.
• Safety – ensuring the safety of yourself and the team is paramount.

What we offer you

When you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, and a choice of benefits that help you through life’s ups and downs.

• Career Development – Exceptional development and progression plan.
• Pension – Generous pension scheme we will contribute to.
• Choices – Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
• Save with Amey – Online voucher portal gives access to thousands of discounts, including healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers.
• Social Value – Two 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 race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!