At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive and operate our Artic HIAB across scenic and remote locations.
- Company: Join a family-run business with a strong reputation in shipping containers.
- Benefits: Earn £15 per hour, plus overtime and night out money, with 28 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy a stable position in a close-knit team with training opportunities.
- Why this job: Experience diverse work environments and tackle exciting challenges every day.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid UK Class 1 licence and at least 2 years HIAB experience.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
Location: Ballymena N. Ireland
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, occasional Saturdays, typically 0-1 nights out per week but more if you want them
About Us: Boxit containers Ltd is a family-run business with a reputation for delivering shipping containers across Ireland, England and Scotland. We also move high, wide, heavy, and long loads using a modern fleet of HIAB lorry loaders, low loaders, and tracked HIAB machines. Our work often takes us to remote islands, mountains, and rugged terrains—no two days are the same!
What We’re Looking For: We’re hiring an experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver with proven HIAB operating experience. You should be confident working in remote locations, comfortable with physical work, and eager to take on a variety of challenging and rewarding tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive, operate and clean our Artic HIAB
- Solve on-the-job problems with a positive, can-do attitude
- Work across Ireland, and occasionally the UK including islands and remote areas
- Operate safely and professionally in all weather conditions
Requirements:
- Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) licence
- Driver CPC (up to date)
- HIAB licence (ALLMI, CITB, or NPORS)
- Minimum 2 years of HIAB experience
- Strong plant/machinery operation skills
- Willingness to travel and stay away up to 4 nights per week
- FORS training certificates (preferred but not essential)
- Team player who’s happy to “muck in” on site
Benefits:
- £15 per hour + £19.50 overtime pay
- £25 night out money
- 28 days paid holiday per year
- Training provided on HIABs
- Variety of work across scenic and remote parts of Ireland, with occasional trips to England and Scotland.
- Stable, permanent position in a close-knit team
If you're an experienced HIAB operator looking for a unique role with a hardworking team, we want to hear from you.
Apply now through Indeed with your CV and a brief note about your relevant experience.
Pay: £42,000.00-£51,000.00 per year
Benefits: Company pension, Health & wellbeing programme, Life insurance
Experience: Hiab: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
HGV Class 1 HIAB Operator - Bellymena employer: Bewlake Lift and Haul Ltd
At Boxit Containers Ltd, we pride ourselves on being a family-run business that values our employees and fosters a supportive work culture. As an HGV Class 1 HIAB Operator, you'll enjoy competitive pay, generous holiday allowances, and the opportunity to work in some of the most scenic and remote locations across Ireland, England, and Scotland. We are committed to your professional growth, offering training on HIABs and a close-knit team environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards.
