Job Information
Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is ‘Land of Great Opportunities’, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.
- Operating specialist pothole repair and highway maintenance plant across Northumberland.
- Carrying out highway maintenance and construction activities, including excavation and repair works.
- Inspecting, maintaining and servicing plant and equipment in line with manufacturer guidance.
- Completing associated paperwork, plant inspections, vehicle checks and work records.
- Working safely in accordance with Health & Safety procedures, risk assessments and Chapter 8 requirements.
- Supporting winter maintenance, emergency call-outs and other highway operational activities when required.
- Level 2, City & Guilds Craft Certificate in Roadworks, or equivalent relevant qualification.
- Relevant qualifications and experience operating heavy plant and excavators, ideally including JCB 4CX or equivalent machinery.
- Experience in highway maintenance and construction works, including working in a safety-critical environment.
- Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel throughout Northumberland, with flexibility to participate in standby and emergency response arrangements.
For further information about this vacancy, please contact Simon Mavin (Construction Manager) via email; simon.mavin@northumberland.gov.uk
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
Stay connected with us on social media to keep up to date with Northumberland County Council’s latest job opportunities.
Facebook: NCC Jobs Group
LinkedIn: Northumberland County Council Jobs
What you need to know
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
For further information about working for NCC, please visit our website here.
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
Additionally, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early or adjust the shortlisting criteria, including the pass mark for interview selection, to ensure a fair and manageable recruitment process. We encourage early applications.
Alternative application format:
British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
