HIAB Operative

Equans Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 24d

Life cover

Employee discounts

Gym discounts

Cycle to work

Holiday purchase

CSR days

Learning opportunities

Referral rewards

Networks access

Wellbeing app

Job summary

Equans is recruiting an HIAB Operative / HGV Driver to support a street lighting contract across Kent, based from the Sittingbourne depot. You will install, maintain and repair lighting columns, and manage traffic control and incident response while keeping precise records of work and materials used.

The role requires a UK C2 driving licence and prior street lighting experience. Equans offers a wide benefits package and formal training opportunities within a large, international energy services

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with C2 category.
• Experience with lorry loader remote controller and manual.
• Previous street lighting or similar site experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair street lighting and cables.
• Respond to emergency structural issues and secure sites.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Perform traffic management tasks including Chapter 8 signing.
• Complete job sheets and documentation.

Skills

C2 Licence

Lorry loader remote

Street lighting experience

Job description

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

We have a great opportunity for a HIAB Operative / HGV Driver to work on a street lighting contract, specialising in the maintenance, installation, and repair of street lighting across various locations across the county of Kent. The role will be based from our depot in Sittingbourne.

Key activities

• Install, maintain, and repair street lighting, including columns post and cable installation and removal
• Respond to emergency structural issues making safe and removing lighting columns, signs and posts.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities, including materials used.
• Traffic Management Operations to include Basic Chapter 8 signing and coning
• Complete necessary documentation on electronic devices or paperwork, such as job sheets.
• If applicable Install traffic management (Chapter 8), including signage and guarding
• Driving/operating vehicles/plant requiring both general and specialist skills
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations, ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation.
• Protect the safety of the workforce, the public, and vehicles by ensuring that all works are properly secured and managed.
• Fulfil health & safety responsibilities according to the company's health & safety policy and management plans.
• Carry out other duties as required, appropriate to the level of responsibility and expertise,
• To comply with the company’s policies, management plans and procedures

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• UK Driving Licence, holding a category C2 License is essential
• Lorry loader remote controller and manual
• Previous experience in street lighting or similar work

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave(+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1 timesannual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we?

EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young ProfessionalsNetwork) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.