At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead road maintenance projects and supervise a skilled team in beautiful Argyll and Bute.
- Company: Join Argyll and Bute Council, an award-winning employer dedicated to community and employee wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, pension, generous leave, gym discounts, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Embrace a positive work-life balance with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work culture.
- Qualifications: HGV and HAUC certificates required; leadership skills are a must.
The predicted salary is between 22327 - 27289 £ per year.
A vacancy has arisen for a Roads Working Foreperson required to work in the Helensburgh/Lomond area, working for Argyll and Bute, one of Scotland's most beautiful areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities.
The Roads Working Foreperson will undertake structural and road maintenance works. Be able to understand and work unsupervised setting out and constructing all types of work to a satisfactory standard. Supervise and motivate a large multi-skilled group of employees. Ensure deadlines are adhered to when submitting paperwork. To take part in out of hours standby during summer/winter months to ensure roads are maintained in a safe condition.
It is essential that the successful candidate holds an HGV and HAUC certificate. This is a permanent post, 37 hours per week, worked Monday-Friday.
We offer various benefits to support you, such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth. We also embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible to requests from our employees to how they work.
Argyll and Bute Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work.
Applicants should note that the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.
Roads Working Foreperson - ARB18664 employer: Argyll & Bute Council
Argyll and Bute Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for its employees. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and various benefits including a pension scheme and discounts on gym memberships. Our commitment to flexible working arrangements and career growth opportunities ensures that every team member can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the beautiful communities of Argyll and Bute.
