HGV Class 2 Driver & Vacuum Excavation Operator – Nationwide

LMD Vacuum Excavation Ltd; Duckmanton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, permanent employment

Guaranteed working hours (Mon-Fri)

Overtime opportunities

Enhanced pay for nights/weekends/bank‑

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

LMD Vacuum Excavation Limited is seeking a driver operator to join our team. This role combines HGV Class 2 driving with operating vacuum excavation equipment, supporting projects across utilities, construction and infrastructure sectors nationwide.

You'll travel UK-wide, exposing underground services while minimising risk, and work with site supervisors. Prior vacuum excavation experience is an advantage but not essential; training can be provided.

Qualifications

• Valid Category C (HGV Class 2) driving licence is required.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph cards required.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work at different sites.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive HGV Class 2 vacuum excavation vehicles to/from sites across the UK.
• Operate vacuum excavation equipment to expose underground services safely.
• Work with site supervisors, groundworkers and utility teams.
• Follow health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.

Skills

HGV Class 2 driver

Category C license

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph

Health and safety

Flexible travel

Safety-conscious

Tools

CSCS Card

NPORS Card

CPCS Card

Job description

LMD Vacuum Excavation Limited is seeking a driver operator to join our team. This role combines HGV Class 2 driving with operating vacuum excavation equipment, supporting projects across utilities, construction and infrastructure sectors nationwide.

You'll travel UK-wide, exposing underground services while minimising risk, and work with site supervisors. Prior vacuum excavation experience is an advantage but not essential; training can be provided.