Seasonal Gritting Operative

WINTER GRITTING OPERATIVES REQUIRED!

Contract Duration: Seasonal
Locations: Salmesbury and Warton
Start Date: October 2026
Hours: Lates/Nights- Up to 12 hour
Training: First week of employments.
Rate: £20 CIS

Role:
You will be helping to maintain safe access routes across two sites during winter weather.

* Daily weather monitoring and callouts when temperatures fall below 7°C

* Notification issued from 1pm each day

* Operations commence after 3pm when required

Typical gritting duties can include:

* Monitoring weather forecasts for frost, ice, or snow.

* Inspecting roads, footpaths, and other surfaces.

* Operating gritting vehicles or using handheld spreaders.

* Applying salt or grit before or during icy conditions.

* Keeping records of when and where gritting was carried out.

* Ensuring gritting equipment is maintained and stocked.

Requirements:

* Previous gritting experience is essential

* Driving licence - desirable

* Mandatory security clearance and DBS checks will be made

* Reliable and flexible approach to work

* Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions

* Good availability during the winter season

The operation will run for 7 days per week. However, we do not expect individuals to work continuously across all 7 days. A rota system will likely be implemented, such as 4 days on and 4 days off, although this is still to be confirmed
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed