HGV Driver

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility services company in the UK is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver to support excavation and re-instatement teams. This role involves driving heavy vehicles, operating machinery, and ensuring high health and safety standards. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in utilities and telecoms.

Qualifications

• Driver CPC required.
• HIAB ticket needed.
• SHEA or EUSR qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a HGV.
• Backfill trenches with sand and stone.
• Load excavated waste and deliver materials.

Skills

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Driver CPC

HIAB ticket

NRASWA, CPCS, ALLMI or NPORS qualification

Job description

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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 according 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 needed

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

Essential: NRASWA, CPCS, ALLMI or NPORS Lorry loader qualification, knowledge of signing, lighting, and guarding in the highway.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. 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 business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK. We foster an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and included, regardless of background, identity, or circumstances.