WINTER GRITTING OPERATIVES REQUIRED! Contract Duration: Seasonal Locations: Salmesbury and Warton Start Date: October 2026 Hours: Lates/Nights- Up to 12 hour Training: First week of employments. Rate: £20 CIS Role: You will be helping to maintain safe access routes across two sites during winter weather. * Daily weather monitoring and callouts when temperatures fall below 7°C * Notification issued from 1pm each day * Operations commence after 3pm when required Typical gritting duties can include: * Monitoring weather forecasts for frost, ice, or snow. * Inspecting roads, footpaths, and other surfaces. * Operating gritting vehicles or using handheld spreaders. * Applying salt or grit before or during icy conditions. * Keeping records of when and where gritting was carried out. * Ensuring gritting equipment is maintained and stocked. Requirements: * Previous gritting experience is essential * Driving licence - desirable * Mandatory security clearance and DBS checks will be made * Reliable and flexible approach to work * Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions * Good availability during the winter season The operation will run for 7 days per week. However, we do not expect individuals to work continuously across all 7 days. A rota system will likely be implemented, such as 4 days on and 4 days off, although this is still to be confirmed
