Class 1 Lead Driver Operative

Vp Rail; Lesmahagow; On-site; GBP 39,703 - 48,526; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night Out allowances

Salary sacrifice pension

Life Assurance cover

Cycle to work scheme

Eye care vouchers

Job summary

TPA Portable Roadways is expanding its driver team in the UK, with a hands-on role delivering and installing temporary roadway solutions. You will work away Monday–Friday with a two-person crew, operating a modern fleet and following DVSA rules. Training is provided for site-specific tasks and Hiab crane operation.

The role offers development opportunities, a strong benefits package, and a competitive starting salary with performance bonuses and allowances.

Qualifications

• HGV C+E licence (Class 1) required or essential.
• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Flexible approach to working Monday–Friday away from home.
• Current CPC Training Card is required.
• Experience using a lorry-mounted crane (Hiab) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport, install, and recover equipment and hire fleet.
• Inspect, maintain and clean vehicles, trailers, cranes, and all equipment.
• Carry out daily risk assessments and checks before operations.
• Coordinate with customers, Stock Controller, and Logistics on schedules and site plans.
• Provide customer familiarisation of equipment as needed.
• Log deliveries, recoveries and site checks on tickets signed by the customer.
• Drive using driver cards as per DVSA regulations.
• Maintain and submit all legal and company paperwork accurately and on time.

Skills

HGV C+E licence (Class 1)

Experience in similar role

Flexible working hours

Team player in two-person cab

Education

CPC Training Card

Tools

Hiab crane

Job description

Job Introduction

As TPA approaches its 25-year anniversary, we are expanding our driver team to support continued growth. TPA are a trusted UK provider of flexible access solutions, delivering temporary roadways and rail access for infrastructure, construction, and events projects nationwide.

We are seeking confident Class 1 drivers to join our team in a role that involves working away Monday–Friday, delivering and installing temporary roadway solutions alongside a Portable Roadway Operative. Experience in a similar role or operating a lorry-mounted crane/loader is beneficial, though full training is provided. You’ll be equipped with a modern fleet featuring onboard welfare facilities, high-quality tools, seasonal PPE, and all necessary hygiene products making your environment as comfortable as possible and a home from home.

This is a hands‑on role offering responsibility, variety, and strong development opportunities beyond driving alone.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport, install, and recover equipment and hire fleet
• Inspect, maintain and clean vehicles, trailers, cranes, and all equipment
• Carry out daily risk assessments and checks before operations
• Coordinate with customers, Stock Controller, and Logistics on schedules, site plans, and requirements
• Provide customer familiarisation of equipment as needed
• Confirm daily panel movements and process all dispatches/collections through M42 system
• Identify, count and record damaged or missing items; ensure no excess materials remain on site
• Complete daily driver checks and report all vehicle incidents, accidents, or damage
• Perform daily and weekly stock checks of vehicles, tools, panels, and accessories
• Log deliveries, recoveries and site checks on tickets signed by the customer
• Drive using driver cards as per DVSA regulations
• Maintain and submit all legal and company paperwork accurately and on time

What We’re Looking For

• HGV C+E licence (Class 1) – Essential
• Experience in similar role
• Comfortable with the physical installation phase of the role (training provided)
• Current valid CPC Training Card
• Experience of using a lorry loaded crane (Hiab etc.)
• Working away Monday‑Friday, a flexible approach to working hours - Essential
• Trustworthy, physically capable individuals comfortable of managing off‑site operations
• Being an integral part of a two‑person team, comfortable sharing the cab night and day
• Willingness to deliver a high level of customer service
• Displays a ‘can do’ attitude, solving problems that are encountered
• Must live within a commutable distance from the Lesmahagow depot

What We Can Offer You

• Starting Salary £44,115 plus industry leading package
• Average OTE £50,000 including performance bonus
• Plus, industry leading Night Out allowances worth an extra circa £4500
• Developmental salary structure depending on Licence held and experience
• Fully funded Class 1 training for Class 2 drivers
• Role training for the right individual
• Salary sacrifice pension
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (increasing year on year up to a max of 28)
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme (£500 for any successful referral)
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers (up to 20% off)
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
• All the above managed through our Employee Engagement Platform – Spotlight

A Little Bit About Us

TPA Portable Roadways is one of Europe’s leading and fastest growing providers of temporary access solutions. Our teams support the essential industries defining Britain’s future, including key Government infrastructure projects, transmission, power, renewable energy, water, rail, and construction. When you join us, you’re not just starting a job; you’re helping to build and maintain the infrastructure that shapes the nation’s future.

Our roles are hands on, varied and genuinely meaningful. You’ll help deliver adaptable access systems for major national projects, working with equipment designed for challenging environments. Safety, training, and support are built into everything we do, giving you the confidence to grow and succeed.

We’re trusted by industry leaders for our quality, innovation unrivalled service, and commitment to sustainability. Our products and services ensure site operations are safe, designed to protect natural environments and ensure our customers projects stay ‘on track’.

If you want a career where your work matters, that provides you with a platform to develop new skills and contribute to projects that power and connect communities, TPA is the place to build your future.

Explore our opportunities and join a team proud to support Britain’s infrastructure.

TPA is proud member of the Vp group of companies, Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our business, and we recruit based on skills and experience.