Co-operative and Neighbourhoods, Operational Services
Highways
Winter Maintenance Gritter Driver
Ref: G3/OL-22183
Contract Type: Fixed for 6 months (seasonal)
Grade: 3
Salary: £18,319 - £20,541 p.a. pro rata to hours worked, plus a standby payment of £225
Hours: Casual
Based: Moorhey Street Depot, Moorhey Street, Oldham, OL4 1JF
Closing date: 31 January 2019
Shortlisting & Interview Dates: TBC
Role overview
To work on a standby/callout basis to drive a HGV Vehicle to grit highways and public places, Drivers are expected to be available at all times throughout the week whilst on call to which a gross standby payment is paid irrespective of any hours worked to ensure your availability throughout.
Key responsibilities
- To undertake an inspection of the vehicle assigned for the duration of the shift, following a checklist, and reporting any faults or issues as appropriate to the Duty Manager.
- To assist in loading the vehicle with sufficient grit to undertake the assigned route. To drive and safely operate the computer to ensure the grit is appropriately distributed (full training will be provided)
Key Requirements
- To ensure all provided personal protected equipment (PPE) is worn and used correctly at all times.
- To ensure your own health and safety, and that of other colleagues and members of the public are safeguarded at all times, and health and safety instructions issued are implemented and adhered to
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