Highways Operative/Driver (Blyth)

Company: Northumberland County Council
Apply for the Highways Operative/Driver (Blyth)
Location: Cowpen
Job Description:

Cowley Road Depot, Blyth

You will be responsible for the delivery of Highways Maintenance works.

Requirements of the Job

  • A knowledge and experience of civil groundworks is essential and should include working within a live highway environment.
  • Highways Operatives will work as part of a team covering minor reactive repairs (potholes, lift and relay paving) and planned construction teams.
  • It is desirable to have working knowledge of larger construction works including paving, kerbing, drainage, bricklaying and resurfacing.
  • You should have a level 2 qualification or equivalent in Highways or working towards a trade qualification.

Benefits and Perks

  • 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part‑time employees)
  • Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part‑time employees)

Full‑time position.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

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Posted: July 21st, 2026