HGV Driver

TieTalent; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utility and infrastructure sectors is seeking a HGV Class 1 Driver. The role involves operating heavy vehicles, supporting excavation teams, and ensuring high safety standards. Candidates must hold necessary qualifications like Driver CPC and NRASWA certification, with a focus on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Driver CPC is required.
• HIAB ticket needed.
• Machine operating experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a HGV.
• Erect and dismantle poles.
• Load excavated waste and deliver materials.

Skills

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Good communication

Education

Driver CPC

NRASWA certification

CPCS, ALLMI, or NPORS Lorry loader qualification

Job description

Description

As a HGV Class 1 Driver, you will be expected to achieve high outputs supporting the excavation and re-instatement teams whilst maintaining high levels of Health and Safety standards.

Working with a mate, you will carry out various backfill and muck away activities working to HAUC and client specifications. You will be an important part of the team delivering to a high standard with a ‘can do attitude’. You will also be expected to undertake weekly overtime and weekend work as required.

Key Responsibilities

• You will drive and operate a HGV.
• This role will also entail erecting and dismantling poles.
• You will load excavated waste and deliver materials, such as ducts and chambers for highway construction work.
• You will backfill trenches with sand and stone.
• You will undertake out-of-hours standby support duties when required.

Experience and Qualifications

• Driver CPC required.
• HIAB ticket needed.
• Machine operating experience is a bonus.
• Good knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment is essential.
• Experience working in Utilities and Telecoms is advantageous.
• SHEA or EUSR Qualifications are preferred.

- NRASWA certification is essential.

- CPCS, ALLMI, or NPORS Lorry loader qualification is essential.

- Knowledge of Signing, Lighting, and Guarding in highway work is essential.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning company delivering essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK for gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater sectors.

We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and able to thrive, regardless of background or circumstances.