HIAB Tow Truck Driver

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Nottingham is seeking skilled Class 2 LGV Drivers with HIAB certification to support traffic enforcement. You will operate a HIAB-equipped vehicle to safely remove improperly parked cars, contributing to the city's traffic flow and safety. If you're committed to enhancing community service and have the necessary driving qualifications, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement

Access to pension scheme

Inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience operating large vehicles and lifting equipment is required.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions is necessary.
• Fluent English is essential for public sector workers.

Responsibilities

• Support the free flow of traffic by removing vehicles violating parking regulations.
• Operate a HIAB-equipped LGV vehicle across Nottingham.
• Ensure road safety and accessibility for all.

Skills

Driving large vehicles

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Valid Class 2 (Category C) LGV licence

HIAB certification

Job description

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours: Shift-based (including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays)

Worker Type: Onsite Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £27,711 (Level one) rising to £30,060 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)

Location: Nottingham Vehicle Pound, Unit 8, Vision Business Park, Firth Way, Bulwell, Nottingham, NG6 8GF

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. In addition to competitive pay, generous leave entitlement, and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive, and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

Nottingham City Council is seeking 2 skilled and reliable Class 2 LGV Drivers with HIAB certification (preferably) to join our Parking Enforcement team. This is a key role in supporting the free flow of traffic across the city by safely removing vehicles in contravention of parking regulations or on behalf of the DVLA.
You will be based at the Parking Enforcement Pound and deployed across Nottingham to operate a HIAB-equipped LGV vehicle. This role is essential in maintaining road safety and accessibility for all.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) LGV licence and (HIAB certification preferable)
• Experience operating large vehicles and lifting equipment.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

- This post is covered by the statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) (English Language Requirement for public sector workers), and therefore, the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for the role.

- A DBS basic check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

You can find the job description for this post here

At Nottingham City Council, we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquirie,s please contact Nigel Banniste,r Senior Civil Enforcement Officer, by telephone on 07903971081 or by email at [e-mail]

Closing Date: 22nd August2025

Please note that there may be occasions when we close the advert before the closing date, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held: TBC

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