Roadworker

The 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 three Roadworker's to join our team. The positions are based at Wakefield Road Depot, Bradford.The main purpose of the role:- Drive Large Goods Vehicle Class CE or Class C and competent in all aspects of other highway plant and equipment. (Band 7)Manual use of use of hand tools in excavations, tipping and filling.Numeracy and Literacy to measure work and complete records.Ability to carry out; High quality output of Spreading and compaction of granular bituminous materials, Mixing and placing concrete, Flagging, kerbing/edging, Placing, 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.Driving of Gritter in Winter maintenance Operations. Which will include the taking part in out of hour's emergency rota on winter maintenance or other Highways Emergency work.Both individual and shared responsibility for Health & Safety of the team and the publicThe post holder will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditionsAble to carry out accurate measurements and complete records.Ability to lift and position materials as requiredUndertake daily maintenance of tools and equipment — vehicles up to 17 tonnes in weight Please refer to the job profile for additional details and person specification. Contact: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.ukEmployee OfferWhy work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. The RESPECT Allyship Programme is 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.

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