HIAB Truck Driver/Vehicle Loading Crane

Genus Group; Yass Valley Council; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading organisation

Join one of the largest transmission 


transmission line project

Job summary

Genus Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Vehicle Loading Crane / HIAB Truck Driver to join our Yass, NSW team, moving tower hardware and equipment from laydown yards to pad sites and supporting daily construction activities on the HumeLink East project.

The role requires 2+ years HIAB experience, HR/MC driver licence, High Risk Work licences (DG, RB, C2, LF), a Construction White Card, and the ability to work independently while guiding others on site.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating vehicle loading cranes / HIAB.
• HR/MC Driver License.
• High Risk Work Licenses (DG, RB, C2, LF).
• Construction White Card.
• Willingness to pitch in and assist the wider team.
• Ability to work independently and guide others when required.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and collecting Transmission tower Stringing hardware/equipment/materials from laydown yards to tower pad sites.
• Assisting teams with setting up equipment on site, including cable drums, conductors, running blocks, tensioners, puller-tensioners, drum stands and related gear.
• Performing routine and periodic maintenance on the truck and crane, and raising repair requests when needed.
• Supporting other operators as required, including operating additional equipment and helping train or guide junior operators.

Skills

HIAB operation

Heavy vehicle driving

On-site maintenance

Team guidance

Education

HR/MC Driver License

High Risk Licenses (DG, RB, C2, LF)

Construction White Card

Job description

HIAB Truck Driver/Vehicle Loading Crane

Location: Yass, NSW

Work Type: Full‑Time - Enterprise Agreement Conditions

Salary: Competitive hourly rates + Site Allowances + overtime

Company & Project Summary

Genus Infrastructure delivers end-to-end solutions across Transmission, Distribution, Substations, Communications, and Renewable Energy throughout Australia. We're known for our innovation, safety-first culture, and commitment to excellence. We're currently delivering the HumeLink East project in partnership with Acciona - a $1.4 billion initiative featuring 237 km of 500 kV transmission lines and major substation upgrades. Supporting Snowy 2.0 and renewable energy integration, the project runs through to 2027, creating 1,600 jobs and investing in local communities.

The Role

Genus Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Vehicle Loading Crane / HIAB Truck Driver to join our team based in Yass, NSW. You will be largely responsible for moving transmission‑tower stringing hardware and equipment from the laydown yards to tower pads, supporting daily construction and installation activities across the HumeLink East project.

Key duties include

• Delivering and collecting Transmission tower Stringing hardware/equipment/materials from laydown yards to tower pad sites
• Assisting teams with setting up equipment on site, cable drums, conductors, running blocks, pilot ropes, tensioners, puller‑tensioners, drum stands, swivels, and stringing rollers
• Performing routine and periodic maintenance on the truck and crane, and raising repair requests when needed
• Supporting other operators as required, including operating additional equipment and helping train or guide junior operators

Essential Requirements / Skills / Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience operating vehicle loading cranes / HIAB
• HR/MC Driver License
• High Risk Work Licenses (DG, RB, C2, LF)
• Construction White Card
• Willingness to pitch in and assist the wider team
• Ability to work independently and guide others when required

GenusPlus Group values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage females and First Nations people to apply

Where large numbers of applications are received, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Additional information

• Construction & Renewable Energy
• Industry-leading organisation with plenty of opportunity
• Join one of the largest Transmission line projects in the country