HGV Driver

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

Job summary

A leading company in utility services is searching for an HGV Class 1 Driver to support excavation and reinstatement activities. The role requires high health and safety standards and includes responsibilities such as operating heavy vehicles and loading materials. Ideal candidates will possess a Driver CPC and HIAB ticket, with experience in Utilities being advantageous. Weekend and overtime work is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in Utilities and Telecoms is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment.
• Machine operating experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Teamwork

Education

Driver CPC

HIAB ticket

SHEA or EUSR qualifications

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 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

• 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 operating experience is a bonus
• Good knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment
• Experience in Utilities and Telecoms is advantageous
• SHEA or EUSR qualifications preferred

- NRASWA essential - CPCS, ALLMI, or NPORS Lorry loader qualification is essential - Knowledge of signing, lighting, and guarding in the highway is essential

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

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