Class 2 Gritter Drivers

Class 2 Gritter Drivers Wanted - Winter 2026/27

Location: BB10 2TJ

Contract: Seasonal - Mid October 2026 to April 2027

Interviews: Immediate / ASAP

Experience: Minimum 12 months Class 2 driving experience

Licence: Valid Class 2 (Cat C) licence required

We are currently recruiting Class 2 Gritter Drivers to join our winter highways team and help keep Burnley's roads safe throughout the 2026/27 winter season.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Class 2 drivers looking for ongoing work, with full winter gritting training provided.

Pay Rates

Standard rate: £15.07 per hour PAYE - 6:00am to 11:00pm

Enhanced rate: £18.83 per hour PAYE - 11:00pm to 6:00am

Standby payment: For a 12-hour standby shift, 6:00pm-6:00am

Standby rotation: Typically 1 week on / 3 weeks offWhat's Involved?

As a Gritter Driver, you will play an important role in keeping local roads safe during periods of cold, frost, ice and snow.

During your standby week, you will be on call for seven consecutive night shifts, operating from 6:00pm to 6:00am, Friday to Friday.

You will then provide daytime standby cover over the following weekend, from 6:00am to 6:00pm.

Most precautionary gritting treatments take approximately 3 hours, although this can vary depending on weather conditions. During periods of significant snowfall or severe winter weather, you may be required to remain at the depot for longer and undertake multiple treatments throughout your standby shift.

You will not be driving continuously for 12 hours. Drivers remain based at the gritting depot between treatments and are required to be available to respond promptly when treatment is called.

How Does It Work?

Winter maintenance operations are planned around detailed weather forecasts.

A morning update is provided regarding the likelihood of treatment.

A formal decision is generally made following updated lunchtime forecasts.

Drivers are then notified of the treatment requirements.

While most operations are planned in advance, short-notice call-outs can occur, so drivers must be available and ready to respond during their standby period.Your duties will include:

Driving Class 2 gritting vehicles safely and responsibly

Completing assigned gritting routes

Carrying out vehicle checks before and after operations

Loading and preparing the vehicle

Completing post-treatment duties

Remaining available at the depot between treatments

Following all health, safety and winter maintenance proceduresFull Training Provided

You do not need previous gritting experience.

All additional winter maintenance and gritter-driver training will be provided.

What We're Looking For

To be considered, you must:

Hold a valid Class 2 / Cat C driving licence

Have a minimum of 12 months Class 2 driving experience

Have a good driving record

Be reliable, responsible and safety-conscious

Be available for the required standby rota

Be able to respond promptly when called upon

Be comfortable working nights and in challenging winter weather conditionsPrevious experience in gritting, highways, winter maintenance or similar work would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training is provided.

Seasonal Opportunity

The winter maintenance standby arrangements are expected to run from mid-October 2026 through to the end of April 2027, with the busiest period normally being December, January and February.

The role may be extended until April 2027, subject to operational requirements.

If you're an experienced Class 2 driver looking for seasonal work over the winter months, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a professional highways operation, receive specialist training and play a vital role in keeping local roads moving safely.

Apply now - interviews are being arranged ASAP - Please apply online along with your CV - For more information please call (phone number removed)

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