Skilled Roadworker – Trunk Road Operations

Location: Machrihanish
Category: Operations
Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Nightshift, Overtime and Standby Rota  

BEAR Scotland is a leading provider of road maintenance and management services, proudly responsible for the upkeep and enhancement of the country’s vital trunk road network — including bridges and key infrastructure — across some of the most scenic and challenging terrain in the UK.

Our Northwest Trunk Road Unit spans over 1,422km of roadways, stretching from the rugged beauty of Thurso and Wick in the far north, down to the rugged Cowal peninsula in Argyll and Bute. It connects communities from Uig on the Isle of Skye to the historic cities of Perth and Stirling, offering a unique opportunity to work across a landscape that’s as diverse as it is inspiring.

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced roadworkers to join our existing team on a full-time basis.

If you’re a capable, safety‑focused operative looking for very competitive rates, consistent hours, overtime and long‑term job security, this role is for you.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Installing and removing temporary signs, cones and barriers
• General Carriageway maintenance and repairs
• Preparation, laying, compaction and removal of materials
• Hand patching with hot materials
• Drainage works – excavation, pipe laying and kerbing
• Scrub cutting and vegetation control
• Installing and maintaining road furniture
• Operating power tools, small plant and machinery
• Driving company vehicles, including tractors and vehicles with attachments
• Completing basic paperwork and fault reports
• Working safely at all times – protecting yourself, your team and the public
• Taking part in emergency and winter maintenance standby
• Winter duties including fitting blades and gritters, driving gritters and manual salting when required

Standby Requirement – You must be able to reach the depot within 30 minutes when on standby. This is non-negotiable due to emergency requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Full UK Driving Licence – essential
• LGV Class C – desirable
• Tickets for plant, traffic management or H&S are an advantage
• Proven experience in roadworks, highways or construction
• A strong, practical understanding of health & safety
• Willingness to be trained and work across different tasks
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Experience using small plant and tools

We’re looking for operatives who turn up, work hard, work safe and get the job done right.

Why BEAR?

At the heart of our organisation are our people — talented, dedicated professionals who help drive our success. We’re committed to creating a positive, supportive working environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

We invest in our teams by offering a wide range of internal and external training opportunities and encouraging continuous professional development at every career stage.

If you’re passionate about delivering the best for clients, enjoy working collaboratively, and hold yourself to high ethical standards, you’ll be a great fit for our team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary – Overtime, Nightshift and Standby
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
• Employee benefits, including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to fairness, inclusion, and diversity across our business.

Join us and be part of a company that supports your development, values your contribution, and inspires you to do your best work.