HGV Driver / Highway Maintenance Operative

BEAR Scotland Melrose, Scotland Posted Oct 30, 2025

Full Time
Onsite

Job description

This HGV Driver opportunity is built around preparing written returns including fault report details. It would suit someone who can bring careful technical judgement and practical problem-solving to the role.

Why this role may suit you

The South East Trunk Road Unit spans 506km through some of the busiest sections of the country, from central Scotland to through the Scottish Borders. Full-time / Permanent, 40 Hours per week, Monday – Friday, OT & On Call Rota.

What you would be doing

Preparing written returns including fault report details. Winter maintenance duties which include fitting gritter body and blade, driving gritter and spread salt by hand if required. Winter maintenance rota during the winter months driving our state-of-the-art snow ploughs, when conditions dictate.

What you need

  • Previous experience as a roadworker is desirable, however training can be provided.
  • Knowledge of the requirement for Health and Safety rules and procedures.
  • There is a requirement to undertake training and to achieve competence in aspects of the job.

Practical information

  • We manage and maintain over 2,000km of Scotland’s trunk road network, tackling just about every imaginable task and working round the clock to help keep Scotland moving.
  • We have vacancies for HGV Drivers / Highway Maintenance Operatives to join our existing operations team.
  • BEAR Scotland is a leading provider of highway maintenance services across Scotland.
  • Report to Operations Supervisor and Operations Manager and will be responsible to help keeping Scotland moving.

Requirements mentioned

  • HGV licence

Job details

  • Benefits mentioned: Pension, Holiday allowance, Training
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