At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a HIAB vehicle, safely transport and unload materials across the UK.
- Company: Join a growing team with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Benefits: Earn £36,000 - £38,000, enjoy overtime, bonuses, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Monday to Friday schedule with social staff events and good holiday allowance.
- Why this job: Great opportunity for career progression and training in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Valid Class 1 or Class 2 HGV licence and HIAB experience required.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 38000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced and reliable HIAB Driver (Class 1 or Class 2) to join a growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation, loading, and unloading of materials using a lorry loader crane. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking individual looking for a long-term role with opportunities for overtime, career progression, training, and development. Overtime is available, and occasional overnight stays may be required when completing installations across the UK.
Package & Benefits
- Salary: £36,000 - £38,000 per annum (DOE)
- Overtime available
- Bonus scheme
- Private healthcare
- Monday to Friday working schedule
- Good holiday allowance
- Christmas shutdown
- Training and development opportunities
- Career progression
- Social staff events
Requirements
- A valid Class 1 or Class 2 HGV licence
- ALLMI D1+E qualification
- CSCS Labourer Card
- Experience operating a HIAB / lorry loader crane
- Experience securing loads on flatbed vehicles using straps, ratchets, and chains
- Ability to operate a forklift counterbalance or Moffett (desirable)
- A strong understanding of health and safety procedures
- A professional and reliable approach to work
Key Responsibilities
- Operate a HIAB vehicle safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all road and site regulations
- Load and unload materials using the crane and ensure all loads are correctly secured
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any issues
- Complete delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records
- Communicate effectively with customers, site teams, and colleagues
- Assist with product installations at various UK locations when required
- Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard
About You
You will be an enthusiastic and dependable individual with previous HIAB experience. You must have a strong understanding of safe load handling and securing procedures, with the ability to work independently and represent the company professionally. Experience within merchant timber, non-mechanical plant, mechanical plant, construction, civil engineering, or utility sectors would be advantageous but is not essential.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Class 1 Class 2 HIAB Driver in Bedford employer: 1st Choice Recruitment
Join a dynamic and supportive team as a Class 1 or Class 2 HIAB Driver, where your skills will be valued and rewarded. With competitive salaries, opportunities for overtime, and a strong focus on training and career progression, this role offers a fulfilling long-term career path. Enjoy a positive work culture with social events and a good work-life balance, all while contributing to exciting projects across the UK.
