HGV Driver

TVS SCS; Whittle-le-Woods; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS) in the United Kingdom seeks experienced HI AB delivery drivers to move plant and equipment to fixed sites and remote Northwest locations. You will perform weekly stock deliveries, support planned maintenance, and respond to emergencies in time-critical, dynamic conditions.

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, a current Class 2 licence with a digital tachograph card, and CSCS or ALLMI crane operator training.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Current Class 2 licence with digital tachograph card.
• CSCS or ALLMI crane operator training.
• Experience with lifting heavy plant/machinery in utilities.
• Strong safety, teamwork and risk-awareness skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver plant and equipment to fixed sites on weekly replenishment cycles.
• Deliver plant/equipment for planned maintenance.
• Deliver plant/equipment for emergency outages.
• Cover out-of-hours and weekend shifts as required.
• Demonstrate a proactive, safe and efficient delivery approach.
• Identify risks and maintain safe lifting in dynamic environments.
• Work as part of a team or independently as needed.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Class 2 Licence & Tachograph Card

Manual Handling knowledge

Teamwork & independence

Safety & risk awareness

Tools

CSCS or ALLMI crane operator training

Job description

Purpose:

To join our established team of highly qualified HI AB drivers in the delivery to Northwest locations including remote store locations plant and equipment for Utilities contracts, including equipment for planned works to Sub Stations and treatment works such as electrical transformers, switchgear, water pumps and pipes.

Ensuring safe, Effective delivery of challenging and diverse equipment to sites and point of use in what can be time critical, challenging, and dynamic environments.

Utilising Industry leading delivery and lifting equipment following robust safe operating procedures and Industry leading best practice processes.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Delivery of plant and equipment to fixed sites on weekly replenishment stock v orders

Delivery of plant and equipment for planned maintenance work

Delivery of plant and equipment for emergency outage situations

Required to cover out of hours rota and weekend rotation shift patterns

To Display a 'can do' attitude and determination to deliver a safe, efficient, and effective delivery

To identify Risks dynamically and ensure a safe and effective delivery is always completed

Follow strict safety procedures and robust standard operating processes

To be able to use initiative with confidence and in a safe manner and be able to adapt to situations in dynamic lifting environments

Become an effective, Supportive team member.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Full, UK Driving License
• Current class 2 license and digital Tachograph card
• Competent and understand manual handling operations regulations 1992 SI 2793.
• Possess CSCS or ALLMI approved lorry mounted crane operator training license
• Any associated lifting, Banksman or rigging qualifications a distinct advantage
• Proven experience within utilities or similar industry of conducting deliveries utilizing HI AB or similar equipment
• High degree of experience relating to “heavy” and “difficult” machine and plant movement
• Be able to demonstrate ability to work as part of a team or effectively on own

In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills.

Your package will include:

• Competitive Salary
• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer matched contributions
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays
• Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
• Salary sacrifice car scheme - A cost-effective way to lease a new car via salary sacrifice (subject to meeting minimum earnings eligibility criteria).
• Established hybrid working structure
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access for you and your family to:
  1. Virtual GP consultations and second opinions
  2. Mental health support and counselling
  3. Online physiotherapy
  4. Access to CONNECTPlus long-term health condition support
  5. Wellbeing and healthy living support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
• Quarterly employee recognition awards
• Employee referral scheme with financial reward
• Benefits hub with employee retail discounts
• Discounted eye test vouchers

At TVS SCS we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers.

Security Clearance Requirement

Candidates must be eligible to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. This process includes verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and a basic criminal records check for unspent convictions. Please note that candidates must have resided in the UK for 3 years to meet BPSS eligibility requirements.

If you require any adjustments to allow you take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application. Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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