HGV Driver

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

Job summary

A leading company in utility and infrastructure services is looking for an HGV Class 1 Driver in Swindon. The driver will maintain high safety standards while supporting excavation and reinstatement tasks, with responsibilities including operating heavy vehicles and loading materials. Candidates must have relevant qualifications like Driver CPC and HIAB ticket, and previous experience in utilities and telecoms is a plus. The role offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment focused on equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience in Utilities and Telecoms is advantageous.
• Machine operating experience is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Signing, Lighting, and Guarding in the highway.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a HGV.
• Erect and dismantle poles.
• Load and deliver materials for highway construction work.
• Undertake out-of-hours standby support duties.

Skills

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Driver CPC

HIAB ticket

NRASWA

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 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 Qualifications:

• 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 proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, 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 company providing essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK for gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater sectors.

We value diverse experience and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and can thrive, regardless of background or circumstances.