HGV Driver (Bath)

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services provider is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver to support excavation and re-instatement teams. The ideal candidate will operate HGVs, backfill trenches, and adhere to strict Health and Safety standards. Applicants must hold a Driver CPC and HIAB ticket, with additional qualifications in utilities and telecoms considered advantageous. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, alongside opportunities for overtime work.

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.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a HGV.
• Erecting and dismantling poles.
• Load excavated waste and deliver materials.
• Backfill trenches with sand and stone.
• Undertake out-of-hours standby support duties.

Skills

Driver CPC

HIAB ticket

Machine operating experience

Safe operation of heavy equipment

Utilities and Telecoms experience

SHEA or EUSR qualifications

NRASWA

CPCS, ALLMI, NPORS Lorry loader qualification

Knowledge of signing, lighting, and guarding

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

1. Drive and operate a HGV
2. Erecting and dismantling poles
3. Load excavated waste and deliver materials such as ducts and chambers for highway construction work
4. Backfill trenches with sand and stone
5. Undertake out-of-hours standby support duties when required

Experience and Qualifications

1. Driver CPC required
2. HIAB ticket needed
3. Machine operating experience is a bonus
4. Good knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment
5. Experience in Utilities and Telecoms is advantageous
6. SHEA or EUSR qualifications preferred
7. NRASWA essential
8. CPCS, ALLMI, or NPORS Lorry loader qualification is essential
9. 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.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning provider of utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater providers.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and can thrive. Your contribution matters regardless of your background or circumstances.