We have a fantastic opportunity for a Roadworker at Bolton Council Council, this is a full-time Temporary role for the next 3 months, with the possibility of extension. What is the role? Bolton Council are looking for a Roadworker, to lead operational teams to maintain, upgrade and repair the public highway and street lighting across the borough. What are your responsibilities? Lead maintenance teams to carry out minor highway and street lighting work, including drain laying, trenching, timbering, steel fixing, reinforced concreting, manhole construction, sewers / tunnels, shuttering, kerbing, flagging, block paving, maintaining service ducts, installation of street furniture and bridge works, footway / carriageway bituminous re-surfacing and the erection, repair and removal of appropriate illuminated signs, lighting columns and barriers, following appropriate drawings and specifications. Take the lead role on site in the absence of senior staff, directing the work of lower graded operatives. Drive and supervise the use of specialist vehicles with appropriate equipment and the operate powered heavy plant, carry out appropriate vehicle checks, routine maintenance and cleaning. Ensure duties are carried out as trained and in conjunction with Health and Safety legislation and other electrical regulations. Where appropriate the use of CCTV equipment, drain location equipment, sewer/manhole entry, sever traverse and associated works. Excavate the highway and use CAT scans to identify faults on all Highway infrastructure, including pipes, electrical cables and utilities apparatus. Complete all job documentation relevant to the position, including work tickets, orders and timesheets. Work at heights from hydraulic platforms, ladders, and scaffold and supervise other staff who may use this equipment. What skills do you Need? Must have recent experience of working as a Roadworker for a Local Authorities Excellent people skills, as you will be speaking to the public, other members of staff and managers. Full UK Driving Licence – Class 2 Grounds Work experience will be required as well. Must be physically fit, and able to work outdoors and lift heavy items Required: class 2, groundwork experience as the role will require some manual excavation of the highway preferred: Hiab experience, some electrical knowledge Next Steps: To receive a full job description please apply below or email your CV to