HGV Class 1 Driver/Operator

MEMS Power Generation; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Generous holiday allowance increasing

Life Assurance Scheme

Wellbeing related benefits

Employee Referral Scheme

Length of Service Awards

Free Parking & Refreshments

Job summary

MEMS Power Generation is a leading UK generator rental specialist with 45+ years of experience, operating nationwide 24/7. We seek a MEMS driver/operator to deliver and position generators and rental equipment across the UK, working a 5-on/3-off shift pattern with overtime opportunities.

You must hold an HGV1 licence and CPC; ADR or Lorry Loader qualification is advantageous, with training provided. This role is based at our Alfreton depot and offers pension, generous holiday, and wellbeing

Qualifications

• HGV1 licence and CPC are required; ADR licence and/or Lorry Loader qualification advantageous but training will be provided.
• Proven track record of excellent customer service and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Must be prepared to work overtime and be part of an emergency support business.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and position rental equipment UK wide.
• Offload generators and accessories using lorry mounted cranes (once trained).
• Handle and operate heavy machinery and plant.
• Assist in positioning and installation of temporary generators and ancillary equipment including cables, fuel tanks and hoses, distribution equipment and temporary fencing.
• Carry out risk assessments prior to offload.
• Advise and liaise with customers on safe equipment positioning.
• Demonstrate equipment in operation (once trained).
• Carry out basic repairs of equipment if required (once trained).
• Refuel generators if applicable (once trained).
• Overtime is routinely available and paid at 1.5× rate.

Skills

Customer service

Can-do attitude

Safety-conscious

Education

HGV1 Licence CPC

CPC

Tools

HGV1 driving

ADR Licence

Job description

Salary:£21.50 per hour dependant on experience, with an OTE of circa £63,000 per annum, based on regular overtime and call-outs

Duration:Full Time, Permanent

Hours:Shift Pattern; 5days on 3days off, average 42hrs per week

Shifts: 4 days 06:30-16:30, 5th day 14:00-22:00 (plus call out)

About us

MEMS Power Generation is the leading generator rental supplier in the UK, specialising in sustainable temporary power solutions with over 45 years of experience. Operating 24/7, they supply temporary power solutions for a diverse range of customers, including small businesses through to blue-chip multinational organisations and utility companies. They are the supplier of choice in the UK power rental market focused on sustainability, with a mission to be the company that best understands their customers' needs for temporary power solutions while providing superior service levels.

About you

You must hold a current HGV1 licence and your CPC. You will have a history of excellent customer service and a “can do” attitude. It would be advantageous for you to hold an ADR Licence and/or a Lorry Loader qualification, however training will be provided.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driver within commutable distance to our Alfreton depot who is looking for a challenge in a unique and highly respected organisation.

About the role

We operate one of the most extensive and specialised transport fleets in the country including 60-ton lorry loader rigid vehicles, articulated HGV1 units along with numerous support vehicles and 4x4’s. As a MEMS driver/operator you will deliver and position our generators and rental equipment in various site locations throughout the UK, providing essential temporary power solutions to our customers.

• Company Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance increasing through company loyalty program
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Wellbeing related benefits
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Length of Service Awards
• Free Parking & Refreshments

Key responsibilities

• Deliver and position rental equipment UK Wide
• Offload generators and accessories using lorry mounted cranes (once trained)
• Handling and operating heavy machinery and plant
• Assisting in the positioning and installation of temporary generators and ancillary equipment including cables, fuel tanks and hoses, distribution equipment and temporary fencing
• Carry out risk assessments prior to offload
• Advise and liaise with our customers on the safe positioning of the equipment
• Demonstrate the equipment in operation (once trained)
• Carry out basic repairs of equipment if required (once trained)
• Refuelling generators if applicable (once trained)

Working outside of normal working hours will be a requirement as this is an emergency support business. Due to the nature of our business, overtime is routinely available and paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.

We aim to employ motivated people to continue to represent MEMS as an employer of choice whilst delivering exceptional service to our customers.

Please note that all employees complete our screening process which includes a criminal check.