At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain Scotland's stunning landscapes and vital road networks.
- Company: BEAR Scotland, a leader in road maintenance and management services.
- Benefits: Generous holidays, pension scheme, and employee perks like Cycle to Work.
- Other info: Exciting travel opportunities and a supportive, inclusive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference while working in beautiful outdoor settings.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and experience with small plant and machinery preferred.
The predicted salary is between 26414 - 32284 £ per year.
Location: Perth (travel across our North West and South East Areas will be required)
Category: Landscaping / Operations
Contract: Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (overtime available)
BEAR Scotland is a leading provider of road maintenance and management services, proudly responsible for the upkeep and enhancement of Scotland’s vital trunk road network, including bridges and key infrastructure. We operate across some of the most scenic and challenging terrain in the UK.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Landscape Operative to join our established team, based at our Head Office in Perth. Reporting to the Landscape Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of landscaping, environmental, and maintenance activities across the network. Please note that this role will involve regular travel and working away from home, due to the geographical area covered by the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Grass cutting and strimming
- Weed control on roads, verges, embankments, and central reservations
- Application of herbicides
- Tree and shrub maintenance
- Assisting with planting activities
- Installing and maintaining 12D Traffic Management layouts
- Cyclical maintenance of structures
- Litter picking
- Operating power tools, small plant, and machinery
- Ensuring the health and safety of the public, colleagues, and yourself at all times
- Supporting winter maintenance activities, including snow and ice clearance, gritter and plough set-up, and salt spreading
- Undertaking any other duties as required to support the team
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Relevant tickets for plant operation, traffic management, and health & safety (preferred)
- Good awareness of health & safety procedures
- Experience operating small plant and machinery
- Good planning and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
What We Offer
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
- Employee benefits, including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to fairness, inclusion, and diversity across our business.
Landscape Operative in Perth employer: BEAR Scotland
BEAR Scotland is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, generous holiday entitlements, and unique benefits like the Cycle to Work scheme, employees in Oban, Fort William, and Kingussie can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to the maintenance of vital transport infrastructure.
