HGV C+E Driver - Hiab

Blue Arrow; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern fleet

Structured day shifts

Permanent opportunities

HIAB upskilling

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting a Class 1 HIAB Driver for Sittingbourne, with immediate start and day shifts Monday to Friday. You will operate a modern fleet, delivering to builders merchants, construction sites, and residential/commercial projects across the region.

The role requires a valid CE licence, CPC, tachograph card, and solid knowledge of driver hours regulations, with a customer-focused approach and opportunities to upskill HIAB qualifications.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (CE) Licence.
• Valid CPC Qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Strong understanding of Driver Hours & WTD Regulations.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Safely delivering construction and building products to customers across the region.
• Operate modern HIAB equipped vehicles and deliver to builders merchants, construction sites, residential and commercial properties.
• Maintain safety standards and professionalism on every delivery.

Skills

Class 1 Licence

CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph

Driver Hours Regulations

Customer-focused

Job description

HIAB Driver (Class 1) - Sittingbourne | Immediate Start Available

Earn Up to £18.18 Per Hour + Overtime | Monday to Friday | No Weekends

Blue Arrow are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading supplier within the construction materials sector for a Class 1 (C+E) HIAB Driver based in Sittingbourne.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver with HIAB experience looking for stable, long-term work with a well-established business offering excellent rates of pay, structured daytime hours, and the opportunity to develop a long-term career.

If you're a professional driver who enjoys a varied role, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, and wants to work with modern equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Class 1 HIAB Driver, you'll be responsible for safely delivering construction and building products to customers across the region.

Deliveries will include:

• Builders' Merchants
• Construction Sites
• Residential Properties
• Commercial Building Projects

You’ll be operating a modern fleet of articulated and drawbar vehicles, carrying out HIAB crane deliveries while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Working Pattern

• Monday to Friday
• Day shifts only
• Start times typically between 06:00 and 08:00
• Average shift length 10-12 hours
• No planned nights out
• No weekends
• No Bank Holiday working

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Valid Class 1 (Category CE) Licence
• Valid CPC Qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong understanding of Driver Hours & WTD Regulations
• Professional and customer-focused approach

Preferred

• ALLMI Brick & Block Certification
• HIAB / Lorry Loader Experience
• Construction or Builders Merchant delivery experience

Don't have the right HIAB qualification?

We can consider a limited number of experienced Class 1 drivers who are looking to develop their skills, with opportunities for HIAB upskilling available for committed candidates.

Pay & Benefits

Competitive Pay Rates:

• £18.18 per hour for the first 48 hours
• Overtime paid at 1.3x rate

Additional benefits include:

• Consistent Monday-Friday work
• Modern fleet and equipment
• Structured day shifts
• Ongoing support from Blue Arrow
• Opportunity to secure permanent employment

Many of our client's permanent drivers originally joined through agency supply before moving into full-time positions.

Why Apply?

This role offers the perfect balance of:

• Excellent earning potential
• Work-life balance
• Daytime working hours
• Long-term stability
• Career development opportunities
• HIAB training and progression potential

If you're searching for:

HIAB Driver Jobs Sittingbourne or surrounding areas, Class 1 Driver Jobs, HGV Driver Jobs, Lorry Loader Driver Jobs, ALLMI Driver Jobs, Class 1 HIAB Vacancies, or Construction Delivery Driver Jobs, then this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

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