Driver Charge Hand - Skilled Highway Operative (multiple)


Company:	Stoke on Trent City Council
Salary:	£32,046 to £34,811 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stoke-on-Trent
Working pattern:	Field-based
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Oct 2026
Closing date:	1 Nov 2026

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Summary

Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations

Section: Highways Operations

Location: Cromer Road

Grade: Level 7

Hours: 37 hours per week

This advert is open to internal and external applicants.

About us:

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Councils diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be anemployer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

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The Role:

Stoke on Trent City Council are looking for Driver Charge Hands to deliver essential maintenance across the road network, including potholes repairs, patching works and gully cleansing to prevent flooding and improve drainage.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out highway repairs including potholes, patching and minor works

Undertake gully cleansing and general drainage maintenance

Operate plant and vehicles safely

Ensure works are completed to high standards and in line with health and safety requirements

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