Details:
- Salary: £16 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Horsham West Sussex
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Driver Operative 7.5tn
Location: Yard in Horsham, Driving between East and West Sussex
Hourly rate: £16ph
Type: Permanent, Full-time, Mon-Fri
Project Partners are now recruiting for an experienced Driver Operative who has worked up to 7.5tn to come and assist on a permanent basis around the Sussex and surrounding areas, working within the civil engineering and water/wastewater industry.
The purpose of the role is to assist with the daily workload, running materials to and from site, carrying out muck away and helping on site.
Role responsibilities:
* Loading and unloading the lorry – safely and efficiently load and unload materials, ensuring correct weight distribution and securing loads in compliance with safety regulations.
* Transporting materials to and from site – deliver construction materials to designated sites and return surplus or unused materials to the depot, maintaining accurate delivery records.
* Running muck away – collect and transport waste or spoil from site to approved disposal locations, adhering to environmental and legal requirements.
* Assisting on site when required – support site teams with general duties, including handling materials, operating equipment (where trained), and maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
* Participating in call out rota – be available for emergency or out of hours as part of a one-in four call-out schedule, ensuring a timely response to urgent operational needs.
* Health and safety adherence – follow all health and safety protocols, including wearing appropriate PPE and reporting hazards or incidents immediately.
Knowledge and Skills required:
* Good knowledge of civils work
* Ability to safely load, secure and unload materials
* Good communication and teamwork skills for working with site teams
* Time management and organisation skills to meet delivery schedules
* Understanding of Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices
Experience required
* Experience as a driver or general operative, or similar role in construction
* Proven track record of working in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
* Familiarity with construction site operations and material handling
Essential Qualifications:
* Full, valid UK driving licence
* Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)