HGV Winter Patrol Drivers
Amey · South Ayrshire
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Help Keep Scotland Moving This Winter
Winter Patrol Drivers
Location: Ayr, 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 NMC South West team in Ayr on 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
- 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
Essential:
- 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
Desirable:
- Previous winter maintenance experience
- Telehandler qualification
Why join us?
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.
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.
Apply today and help keep Scotland's roads safe this winter.
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