Winter Driver Seamer Carr

North Yorkshire County Council
  • ME
  • $15,000–$20,000 Per Year
5 days ago

Job Description

Winter Driver Seamer Carr

  • Seasonal Contract (October - April), working on a rota basis with variable hours dependant on conditions
  • Seamer Carr, North Yorkshire,

Class 2 Driver - Winter Maintenance

Salary: £21.40 per hour *pay award pending

Contract: Seasonal October - April

Hours: Variable

Location: Seamer Carr near Scarborough, North Yorkshire

 

Keep North Yorkshire moving this winter

Join NY Highways' Winter Maintenance Team and play a vital role in keeping roads safe for communities, businesses, and emergency services.

This is a flexible seasonal role, ideal for experienced drivers looking for rewarding work over the winter months. Many of our drivers return year after year.

 

What you'll be doing

  • Operating a gritter to treat highways during adverse weather
  • Supporting safe travel across North Yorkshire's road network
  • Working as part of a responsive, safety-focused team
  • Being on standby and ready to respond when conditions change

 

Shifts & availability

Winter work is weather-dependent, so flexibility is essential.

Standby rota includes:

  • Weekday mornings: 00:00 - 07:30
  • Weekday evenings: 16:00 - 00:00
  • Weekends: 24-hour cover (day & night)

Additional working hours may fall anywhere within:

  • Mornings: 00:00 - 12:00
  • Afternoons/evenings: 12:00 - 00:00

 

What you'll need

  • Class 2 (Category C) licence
  • Driver CPC
  • Digital Tachograph card
  • Willingness to complete Winter Service (6159) training (provided if needed)

 

What you'll get

  • Competitive hourly rate (£21.40 Driver *pay award pending)

  • Standby payments:

  • £24 per shift

  • Up to £120/week (weekday mornings)

  • Up to £216/week (evenings & weekends combined)

  • Paid annual leave (accrued)

  • Full training and ongoing support

  • A role with real community impact

 

Apply now

Closing date: Midnight, Monday 31st August 2026

Apply online with your CV below.

For an informal discussion, contact:

ashley.benford@northyorks.gov.uk

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Interviews may occur before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if the position is filled or we receive a high number of applications. Therefore, it is advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol.   New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.

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Winter Driver Seamer Carr

Class 2 Driver - Winter Maintenance

Salary: £21.40 per hour *pay award pending

Contract: Seasonal October - April

Hours: Variable

Location: Seamer Carr near Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Keep North Yorkshire moving this winter

Join NY Highways' Winter Maintenance Team and play a vital role in keeping roads safe for communities, businesses, and emergency services.

This is a flexible seasonal role, ideal for experienced drivers looking for rewarding work over the winter months. Many of our drivers return year after year.

What you'll be doing

  • Operating a gritter to treat highways during adverse weather
  • Supporting safe travel across North Yorkshire's road network
  • Working as part of a responsive, safety-focused team
  • Being on standby and ready to respond when conditions change

Shifts & availability

Winter work is weather-dependent, so flexibility is essential.

Standby rota includes:

  • Weekday mornings: 00:00 - 07:30
  • Weekday evenings: 16:00 - 00:00
  • Weekends: 24-hour cover (day & night)

Additional working hours may fall anywhere within:

  • Mornings: 00:00 - 12:00
  • Afternoons/evenings: 12:00 - 00:00

What you'll need

  • Class 2 (Category C) licence
  • Driver CPC
  • Digital Tachograph card
  • Willingness to complete Winter Service (6159) training (provided if needed)

What you'll get

  • Competitive hourly rate (£21.40 Driver *pay award pending)

  • Standby payments:

  • £24 per shift

  • Up to £120/week (weekday mornings)

  • Up to £216/week (evenings & weekends combined)

  • Paid annual leave (accrued)

  • Full training and ongoing support

  • A role with real community impact

Apply now

Closing date: Midnight, Monday 31st August 2026

Apply online with your CV below.

For an informal discussion, contact:

ashley.benford@northyorks.gov.uk

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Interviews may occur before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if the position is filled or we receive a high number of applications. Therefore, it is advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol. New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.

Apply now

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Winter Driver Seamer Carr

Salary: £21.40 per hour pay award pending - £21.40 per hour pay award pending

Posted: 21/08/2026

Closing date: 31/08/2026

Closing time: 23:59

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