Roadworker

# Roadworker## Job IntroductionThe Highway Delivery Unit is responsible for the construction and maintenance of the highway network within the City of Bradford MDC together with Winter Maintenance operations. We are looking for a Roadworker to join our team. The position is based at Wakefield Road Depot, Bradford.The main purpose of the role:- * Operation of light/heavy specialist plant in Highways works up to a value of £30,000.* Manual use of hand tools in excavations, tipping and filling.* Numeracy and Literacy to measure work and complete records.* Ability to carry out: Flagging, kerbing/edging, placing, spreading and compaction of granular bituminous materials, Mixing and placing concrete, erection of street furniture, fencing works which must meet specification and quality standards.* Installation and adjustment of various ironwork and drainage works.* The signing, coning and protection of the works in accordance with the requirements of Health & Safety at Work Act and New Roads and Street Works Act.* Assist in Winter Maintenance Operations which includes taking part in out-of-hours emergency rota on winter maintenance or other Highways Emergency work.* Both individual and shared responsibility for Health & Safety of the team and the public.* The post holder will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions.* Able to carry out accurate measurements and complete records.* Ability to lift and position materials as required.* Undertake daily maintenance of tools and equipment – vehicles up to 7 tonnes in weight.**How to Apply**If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Callum Mapplebeck on 01274 434199 or email callum.mapplebeck@bradford.gov.uk **Equal Opportunities**We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is also available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members. This is part of the RESPECT Campaign, which is the Council’s Internal Equalities Vision for staff and its aim to build a truly inclusive workforce, where everyone can be their true selves at work.The following content displays a map of the job\’s location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Roadworker* **Salary** £26,403.00 – £28,142.00 Per Annum* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** bradfordmbc/TP/1235/1275* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Working Hours** 37 + 2.5 hours contractual overtime per week* **Closing Date** 29 September, 2025* **Job Category** Highway Maintenance* **Service** Planning, Transportation & Highways* **Location** Wakefield Road Depot, Bradford, United Kingdom* **Additonal Payments** N/A* **Posted on** 22 September, 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr