Salary: £27,391 – £34,789 per annum (dependant on experience) + Overtime opportunities (winter maintenance, standby rota, night work)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Based at Sandford Depot, Hill Road, Sandford, BS25 5RJ
Hours: 39 hours per week
North Somerset Environment Company Ltd. (NSEC) works in partnership with North Somerset Council and delivers the following services:
Maintaining 1,100km of North Somerset highways including surface repairs, winter maintenance, gully management, drainage and kerbing repairs, signage and linemarking, and 24/7 emergency response services.
HGV Driver and mobile plant training, vehicle servicing and maintenance, event cleaning and other environmental and highway maintenance specialisms to commercial businesses
At NSEC, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community dedicated to making a positive impact right here in North Somerset. Our commitment extends beyond our services; it’s at the heart of everything we do, including our approach to employment.
We are currently seeking an experienced Highway/Construction operate to join our highways division located at Sandford. You will be a part of a 2/3-person team to carry out a range of services including kerbing, hot & cold lay patching, erecting & dismantling fencing and signage. Also, to become a member of the Winter Maintenance on call team for the winter season.
What you’ll be doing:
Carrying out assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and on schedule, reporting any issues to the supervisor or chargehand.
Being available for emergency and winter standby as required by the business.
Traveling to various locations across the county to perform tarmac work, white works, gully repairs, and other duties as needed.
Operating a range of plant and equipment.
Conducting daily risk assessments, pre-site inspections, and vehicle checks.
Installing and maintaining signage, lighting, and safety barriers.
Taking responsibility for the upkeep and maintenance of vehicles, plant, and equipment.
Working flexible shifts, including both day and night shifts.
Having the opportunity to upskill and train as a professional driver through our in-house Driver Training Academy.
The ideal candidate will have:
To hold a CSCS card
To hold a current UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
To have experience in highways/construction industry
Willing to take on additional training
Flexible working approach
IT literate (using a tablet)
What we’re offering:
Company Pension 3% employer contribution.
Free Life Policy.
Cycle to Work Scheme
Promotional Opportunities with internal recruitment.
Upskill to become a professional Driver with our in-house Driver Training Academy.
Career Development including formal qualifications and vocational certificates.
Free Parking on site.
Mental Health: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household.
Physical Health: local Gym Discount at various sites in North Somerset (including swimming pool access and gym classes).
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