Overview
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We are recruiting for Winter Patrol Drivers to join our NMC North East account based in Kinross. These roles will be a 6-month fixed term contract between November and April and you will work on a 4 on 4 off rota. The Winter Patrol Drivers play a crucial role in our winter service operations, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of road users.
Through timely and effective road gritting, you will help minimise delays and disruptions caused by snow and ice during the peak winter season.
What you will be responsible for
* The safety of yourself and others within your team, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and safe operation to protect members of the public.
* Carrying out vehicle checks prior to shift starting, correctly filling in defect books.
* Driving and operating vehicles/plant requiring general and specialist skills, maintaining high technical standards.
* Allocation and capturing time and resource utilisation in line with operated allocation system.
* Attending project and work briefings as required.
* Keeping records, completing all necessary paperwork, communicating, and liaising with other Amey employees, sub-contractors, the emergency services, the police, the general public, clients and customers.
What we want to hear from you
* A valid HGV Class 2 license and a full Driver CPC qualification card.
* Previous winter experience and a telehandler qualification would be preferred.
* Problem solving skills.
* Self-motivated and proactive in terms of delivering solutions.
* Good communication skills.
What we can offer you
* Career development – Exceptional development and progression plan.
* Pension – Generous pension scheme to which we contribute.
* Holidays – Minimum 24 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays.
* Choices – Flexible benefits scheme including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work, charity giving and gym membership.
* Save with Amey – Online voucher portal with discounts from leading retailers; includes healthcare and dental vouchers.
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. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs or reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications; please submit your application as early as possible. Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!
Note: This posting may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.
Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Civil Engineering
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