Winter Maintenance Driver (Fixed Term)

Join Our Winter Transportation Team!

Are you ready to become a highways hero? We’re looking for dedicated Winter Drivers to help keep the UK moving during the chilly months. If you’re passionate about making a difference, this is the opportunity for you!

Location:

Wellingborough, Brixworth, or Towcester, Northamptonshire

Contract:

Fixed-term zero-hour contract until April 2025. Enjoy flexible days and nights, with shifts dependent on call-outs and weather conditions.

Salary:

Earn £22.50 per hour with weekly pay! Plus, receive standby pay of:

• £17.55 per shift (Monday to Friday)
• £35.09 per shift (Saturday and Sunday)

Please note, we are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting chance to be part of our Winter Service team for the 2026/2027 winter season. You’ll be on-call, driving a gritter on public highways, and playing a vital role in ensuring our roads are safe during winter conditions. With competitive pay and full training towards a winter service NVQ qualification, you’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills!

Your Responsibilities:

As a Gritter Driver, you’ll be an essential part of our Winter Service team. Your daily tasks will include:

• Driving a gritter on designated routes using the latest navigation technology.
• Working on an on-call rota covering AM or PM shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Responding to call-outs within 30 minutes and attending your allocated depot (Brixworth, Wellingborough, or Towcester).
• Maintaining accurate records, including drivers' hours books and reporting vehicle defects electronically.
• Cleaning and maintaining your vehicle after completing routes.

What We’re Looking For:

This role is perfect for you if:

• You hold a current HGV licence.
• You have CPC accreditation.
• You’re flexible, enthusiastic, and can commit to the on-call rota and shift patterns.

At Kier, we value potential! Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

Rewards and Benefits:

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and discover the perks of being part of our team!

Diversity and Inclusion:

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the input of our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us at Kier and make a difference this winter!