HGV Driver

CRH; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management company in Dumfries is looking for a Class 1 Hi-Ab Driver to work on sewage treatment sites across the UK. The role involves driving and operating cranes, with a competitive salary ranging between £35,000 - £45,000 OTE. Candidates must have a valid UK driving licence, experience in crane operation, and be prepared for overnight stays. Benefits include annual bonuses and comprehensive training and development support.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Annual Discretionary bonus

Training & Development

Pension

Minimum of 23 days holiday

Qualifications

• Must hold a current valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Able to carry out work away from base requiring overnight stays.
• Capable of working at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate crane at sewage treatment sites.
• Maintain the lorry and crane daily.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

Class 1 driving experience

Crane operation

Health & Safety knowledge

Mechanical fitting knowledge

People skills

Education

C+E/HGV 1 licence

Valid driver’s CPC and Digi card

Confined spaces City and Guilds

Tools

Lorry and crane

Job description

Overview

Country: United Kingdom
City: Dumfries
Req ID: 515640
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Associate

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.

Job Title – Class 1 Hi-Ab Driver

Location – Dumfries

Salary – Circa £35,000 - £45,000 OTE DOE

The Role

The HGV Driver will be working within Hydro International's UK Wastewater Services (UKWWS) team. We support water utility companies working on sewage sites across the United Kingdom.

Requirements

• Must hold current valid UK driving licence and ideally have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence.
• Able to carry out work some distance from base which will require overnight stays.
• Able to work outside on sites which are connected with wastewater (Sewage).
• Capable of working at heights from scaffold platforms, ladders, or mechanical equipment.
• Undertake training and work as part of a confined space team.
• Able to carry out work tasks that involve physical strength, stamina, standing, kneeling, or crouching.
• Must take pride in the vehicle and keep it clean, tidy, and serviceable.

Competence and Qualifications

• C+E/HGV 1 licence
• LOLER 1998 appreciation and awareness
• Valid driver’s CPC and Digi card
• Crane Operators licence
• Confined spaces to City and Guilds is desirable
• Slinger/crane supervisor
• Mechanical Engineering background is desirable

Skills & Attributes

• At least 2 years’ Class 1 driving experience
• Qualified crane operator with experience
• Experience of British Standard Code of Practice for the safe use of cranes BS7121
• Experience of loading flatbed wagons and securing loads
• Basic knowledge of industrial mechanical fitting
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety issues in connection with the construction industry
• Ability to prioritise workload and work in a systematic and organised manner to ensure work is completed within set timescales
• Be friendly, professional, reliable with good people skills who enjoys supporting and working as part of a team
• Able to communicate effectively to customers, company management & staff
• To work as part of a team and to co-operate with other staff / trades
• Conduct the work activities in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the company

Key Duties

• Weekly driving/operating crane and working on sewage treatment sites – therefore the role will entail being away from home Monday to Friday on a regular basis.
• You will take the lead role in all lifting operations and securing loads and be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the lorry and crane.
• Working week will involve lifting, removing, and installing machinery plus working as part of the Mechanical/electrical engineering team that may involve some manual fitting work.
• Working outside in all weathers. PPE clothing will be provided.
• Overnight stays in the cab of the lorry.
• If required, work on a Saturday morning to undertake a thorough weekly clean and routine maintenance of the lorry and load the lorry for the forthcoming week.

Why work for us?

• Competitive Salaries
• Annual Discretionary bonus
• Overnight subsistence allowance
• Additional overnight/stay away payment
• 2 x Annual salary Life Cover
• Pension
• Minimum of 23 days holiday per annum + Bank Holidays
• Flu Vaccines
• DSE Eye Tests
• Mental Health First Aiders & Support programmes
• Training & Development

What Hydro International Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Highly competitive salary package
• Comprehensive secondary benefits
• Significant contribution to your pension plan
• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

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