HGV Hiab Operative

Backline Logistics; Exeter; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

OT & weekend

Holiday pay

Long-term role

Training & progression

Uniform

Pension after 12 weeks

Medicash plan

Job summary

Backline Logistics seeks a skilled HGV HIAB Driver to deliver materials to residential and commercial sites around Exeter and nearby towns. The role emphasizes safety, punctuality, and excellent service while operating a HIAB crane on varied contracts.

You will be responsible for loading/unloading, daily vehicle checks, and accurate paperwork. This customer-facing position offers weekly pay, overtime options, and potential for a long-term role.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Licence and CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• HIAB Certificate (ALLMI or equivalent) or willing to refresher.
• Minimum 6 months HIAB experience preferred.
• Good knowledge of local roads and delivery procedures.
• Reliable, punctual and well-presented.

Responsibilities

• Operate HIAB vehicle to deliver materials to sites using lorry-mounted crane.
• Hiab experience handling brick grab or hook.
• Load and unload using crane.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure compliance with transport legislation.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Skills

HIAB experience

HGV driving

Punctuality

Customer service

Tools

HIAB Certificate

Job description

We are currently recruiting a skilled and reliable HGV HIAB Driver for various contracts in Exeter and the surrounding area. You will be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of materials to residential and commercial sites using a lorry-mounted crane (HIAB).

This is a customer-facing role and ideal for a driver who takes pride in safety, punctuality, and excellent service.

Competitive Pay | Overtime Available | Immediate Starts | Training

We have work in various locations including Exeter, Cullompton, Okehampton, Crediton, Torbay, Honiton and more.

Guaranteed weekly salary for the right person (up to £37,400 plus O/T on occasion depending on experience and task).

Own transport required to get to assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate HIAB vehicle to deliver materials to various sites (Current ticket preferred, although training can be given).
• Hiab experience
• HGV Driving experience
• Load and unload using the lorry-mounted crane (brick grab or hook, both preferred)
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure compliance with all transport legislation
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork
• Represent the company professionally at all times

Requirements

• Valid UK HGV Licence
• HIAB Certificate(ALLMI or equivalent - brick grab and/or hook) - refresher available for the right candidate.
• Valid CPCand Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 6 months HIAB experience preferred
• Good knowledge of local roads and delivery procedures
• Reliable, punctual and well-presented

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Overtime & weekend work available
• Holiday pay accrued
• Long-term work with the potential for permanent role
• Supportive transport and logistics team
• Training and progression opportunities
• Uniform
• Pension (after 12 weeks)
• Medicash Plan option for full time employees

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