Position Overview & Specifications

Are you someone who loves working outdoors?
Do you have previous groundwork experience?
Do you want to work in a diverse and rewarding role with the opportunity to add to your skills including HGV Driver Training?
Are you looking for a new challenge where the work you do directly impacts on the communities of Stockton-on-Tees?

Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for two Roadworkers to join our Highway & Street Lighting Operations team.

The role involves working in a challenging and busy frontline service, maintaining the Borough’s roads and footpaths. This is a crucial role benefiting the communities and people of Stockton. The types of work you would be doing include tarmacking, maintaining street furniture (such as street signs and benches), use of machinery and equipment for minor civils work and taking part in Winter Maintenance Operations.

We will provide you with the training and support to get you up to speed. All you need to be a success is:

A full driving licence that’s valid to drive in the UK
Previous groundwork or highway maintenance experience
Good communication and problem-solving skills
The ability to work effectively as part of a team and engage with residents and visitors of the Borough

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

We offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave, learning and development opportunities, local government pension with the option to add extra contributions and access to a number of other benefits like a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

Take a look at the attached job description and if you want to chat more about the role, then please get in touch with Andy Woodhouse, Assistant Highways and Street Lighting Manager on 01642 527736.

If you want help with your application form or using North East Jobs, the team at Stockton Employment and Training Hub are on hand to offer free advice and guidance – message them via their Facebook page or call 01642 528 392.

Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £23,194.00-£24,496.00 per year

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