HGV Driver (Gloucester)

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

Job summary

A leading utility services provider in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to support excavation and reinstatement teams. Candidates must hold a Driver CPC and HIAB ticket, with expertise in operating heavy machinery. This role includes various responsibilities such as loading materials, trench backfilling, and ensuring health and safety standards on-site. A competitive salary and full benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Machine operating experience is a bonus.
• SHEA or EUSR Qualifications preferred.
• NRASWA essential.
• CPCS, ALLMI, or NPORS Lorry loader qualification 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 required

HIAB ticket needed

Good knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment

Experience in Utilities and Telecoms

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 whilst 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

NRASWA essential. CPCS, ALLMI, or NPORS Lorry loader qualification is essential. 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.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus delivers essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK for gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater providers. We value diverse experience and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute regardless of background or circumstances.