HGV Class 1 or Class 2 Driver / Roadway Operative

Description:

CRS are recruiting on behalf of our client who have a vacancy for a confident Class 1 or Class 2 HGV Driver to support the delivery of products to construction and events projects throughout the UK.

This is not a driving-only position, it is a physically demanding role involving the loading, delivery, installation and recovery of equipment. Working as part of a two-person team alongside a Roadway Operative, working away from home. Full role training can be provided to the right person. Class 2 drivers may also receive fully funded Class 1 training.

(Modern vehicles are equipped with onboard welfare facilities, and seasonal PPE, tools, hygiene products and full role training is provided.)

Key Responsibilities:

* Safely load, transport, install and recover equipment and hire fleet

* Carry out the installation and removal of equipment

* Complete daily vehicle, equipment and operational safety checks

* Coordinate with customers and internal logistics teams regarding schedules, site plans and requirements

* Confirm daily equipment movements and process dispatches and collections

* Ensure no surplus materials are left on site

* Complete daily and weekly stock checks of vehicles, tools, panels and accessories

* Record deliveries, recoveries and site checks accurately, obtaining customer signatures

* Drive in accordance with DVSA requirements and driver-card regulations

Applicants must have:

* A valid HGV C+E/Class 1 or HGV C/Class 2 licence

* A current and valid Driver CPC card

* The ability and willingness to work away from home Monday to Friday

* A flexible approach to working hours

* The physical capability to undertake demanding installation and recovery work

* Good customer-service and communication skills

* A practical, positive attitude and the ability to solve problems on site

* A home address within a reasonable commuting distance to the Lesmahagow depot.

Desirable Experience:

* Previous experience in a similar driving and installation role

* Experience operating a lorry-mounted crane or loader, such as HIAB

* Experience working on construction, infrastructure, utilities, rail or event sites

Package and Benefits:

* Starting salary of £44,115

* Average OTE of approximately £50,000, including performance bonus

* Night-out allowances worth approximately £4,500

* Salary-sacrifice pension

* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing annually to a maximum of 28 days and Holiday purchase scheme

* Life assurance at three times salary

* Virtual GP service

* Health cash-plan options

* Gym, mobile-phone and retail discounts

* Long-service recognition

CRS is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Applications will be assessed on relevant skills, qualifications and experience