HGV Driver

Network Plus; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK, Network Plus, seeks an HGV Class 1 Driver to support excavation and re-instatement teams. The role demands high safety standards while carrying out back fill and muck away activities. Candidates must hold a Driver CPC and may have opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Driver CPC required.
• HIAB ticket needed.
• Machine operation 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

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Driver CPC

NRASWA

HIAB ticket

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 while maintaining high levels of health and safety standards.

Working with a mate, you will carry out various back fill 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

• Drive and operate a HGV
• Erecting and dismantling poles
• Load excavated waste and deliver materials such as ducts and chambers for highway construction work
• Backfill trenches with sand and stone
• Undertake out-of-hours standby support duties when required

Experience and Qualifications

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

- NRASWA essential - CPCS, ALLMI, or NPORS Lorry loader qualification required - Knowledge of signing, lighting, and guarding in highway work 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, or any other protected characteristic.

We are Armed Forces-friendly and 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 business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK.

We value diverse experience and perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and included.