HGV Driver/Plant Operator

JR United Kingdom; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in intelligent transport solutions is seeking an HGV Driver/Plant Operator. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for loading, unloading, and delivering essential equipment across various locations, including overnight stays when required. With a focus on safety and efficiency, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative traffic management solutions. Join a supportive team that values diversity and offers a range of benefits, including flexible working and personal development opportunities. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Laptop / Mobile phone

Overtime and On Call opportunities

PPE Provided

Company pension

Health, Wellbeing and Legal Support

Access to support apps

Training & Personal Development

Flexible working

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Valid HGV license with no more than three penalty points required.
• Experience in loading and unloading, with a focus on safety.

Responsibilities

• Loading, unloading, and delivering equipment to various locations.
• Ensuring road closures are in place before entering sites.

Skills

Full HGV 1 (C+E) EU license

Wagon and drag driving

Lorry loading

Driver Qualifications Card

Independent and team working

Loading and unloading skills

Willingness to travel

Highways environment experience

Plant Operator/Telehandler

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HGV Driver/Plant Operator, Solihull, Competitive Salary

Overview

Looking for a hands-on role with a leading company in intelligent transport solutions? SRL are at the forefront of traffic management innovation, providing temporary traffic systems like portable signals, message boards, and CCTV. Our mission is to create safer, more efficient roads through sustainable solutions.

About the Role

As an HGV Driver / Site Plant Operator, your primary responsibility is loading, unloading, and delivering our equipment to designated locations, including our sites or client premises. You'll traverse various locations, from local authority roads to national depots or head offices. This role, based at our Solihull depot, involves nationwide travel, including Ireland, often taking overnight stays in your vehicle. Flexibility is essential, as you will be required to work nights and weekends. A fuel card will be provided.

Key Accountabilities

1. You will be expected to collect your vehicle at your allocated depot and drive to a designated location.
2. You will collect or drop off kit/Equipment using Telehandler/Forks (Training and License will be provided).
3. You will be expected to arrive on time and liaise with the site supervisor to ensure road closures are in place before you pull on to sites.
4. You will be fully responsible for your vehicle and plant.
5. You will carry out daily pre-use checks.
6. You will load/Unload your vehicle at the depot using Telehandler/Forks (Training and License will be provided).
7. Shifts are predominately Night shifts with an OOH payment for each night shift worked.
8. You will be required to work weekends when needed.
9. You may occasionally be required to take overnight rests in your truck.

Key Skills

1. Full HGV 1 (C+E) EU license with no more than three penalty points.
2. Experienced/Confident wagon and drag driver.
3. Experienced lorry loader.
4. Valid Driver Qualifications Card.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
6. Proficient in loading, securing, and unloading loads.
7. Willingness to travel and stay overnight in the UK and ROI if required.
8. Previous experience in a Highways environment.
9. Plant Operator/Telehandler w/Forks (This is not essential but an advantage as full training can be provided for this).

What’s in it for You

1. Company Vehicle & Fuel Card (if applicable to your role).
2. Laptop / Mobile phone (if applicable to your role).
3. Additional Earning Potential with Overtime and On Call (if applicable to your role).
4. PPE Provided (if applicable to your role).
5. Company pension.
6. Free Confidential Health, Wellbeing and Legal Support.
7. Access to People Safe app and Wisdom app (one stop apps for support available for a range of offerings).
8. Training & Personal Development.
9. Flexible working (if applicable to your role).
10. Earn up to £600 for referring candidates from our Refer a Friend scheme (terms and conditions apply).

In return for your proven skills and experience, you will reap from a range of company benefits. You will join a supportive team that’s empowered to express ideas and make improvements.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. SRL Traffic Systems is an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect. If you require any adjustments, we are happy to discuss that with you. Please contact our HR team in confidence.

What you will need and what you need to know

1. A valid driving license- no more than 6 points (if applicable to your role).
2. Able to use technology (laptop / tablet / mobile phone).
3. Happy to travel on a regional / national basis as required (if applicable to your role).
4. We care about our colleagues here at SRL. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, we conduct comprehensive D&A (Drugs and Alcohol) testing for all new starters. This proactive measure ensures that we uphold our high standards of safety, compliance, and well-being for everyone in the workplace.

How to Apply

Please complete our application process for consideration. Our recruitment team will be in touch should you meet the requirements for the role you have applied to.