Winter Service Gritting Ballymena

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 429177
  • PublishDate iconPublished Date: 09/12/2025
  • JobType iconJob Type: Temporary
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £14.5 - £31 Per hour
  • type iconHours: Full Time

Manpower Belfast are proud to be working with a government body to provide Gritter Drivers for the winter service in the Ballymena area. These seasonal roles will commence in October and run until mid-April.
The Role
You will be working on an on-call basis, following a three-week rotational shift pattern:

  • Week One: AM Shift (00:00 - 12:00)
  • Week Two: PM Shift (12:00 - 24:00)
  • Week Three: Rest week - no on-call duties

Pay & Benefits

  • Hourly rate: Pay rate up to £31.20 (depending on shift and day worked)
  • On-call allowance: £166.50 per week (paid regardless of whether you are called out to grit)
  • Each grit usually lasts 3-4 hours

Main Duties

  • Gritting roads when ice or snow is expected (on-call basis)
  • Adhering to driving and safety regulations
  • Following route plans to ensure full area coverage
  • Vehicle cleaning and basic checks after each shift
  • Completion of required paperwork