Class 1 Driver / Crane Operator/ HIAB Driver – Spider is advertising on behalf of our client to join them in this exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring their customers receive reliable and professional service every time. They are looking for a HIAB Driver to join them full-time, at their site in Bacton near Stowmarket, Suffolk
If you’re an experienced HIAB Driver who takes pride in safe, efficient operations and delivering great customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
Why them?
Our client pride themselves on being the premier supplier of portable accommodation and storage solutions. Their mission is to revolutionise the way their clients experience reliability and convenience, and are committed to ensuring that their products and services exceed expectations. With a focus on growth, customer satisfaction, and innovation, they foster a culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. Their values are at the heart of everything they do: They are friendly, experienced, and helpful, driven by a passion for problem-solving and a commitment to continuous professional growth.
Fantastic company benefits include:
- Competitive Salary: On offer is a competitive hourly rate with plenty of overtime available.
- Holiday: 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Employee extras: other benefits include Medi-cash, and Death in Service.
About the role:
As a Class 1 Driver / Crane Operator/ HIAB Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery and collection of portable accommodation units, plant and materials. Working as part of the transport team, you will operate a HIAB (lorry loader) vehicle to ensure every job is completed safely, on time and to the highest standard. You will represent our client with professionalism, uphold safety standards and ensure customer satisfaction at every stage in a full-time position based at their Bacton depot working 37 hours per week, plus overtime rate which is time and a quarter Monday - Friday, Saturday is time and half, and Sunday is double time.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and visual inspections of lifting equipment, reporting any defects immediately.
- Operate the HIAB (lorry loader) safely, following all guidelines and site-specific requirements.
- Perform collections and deliveries of portable units, machinery, and materials to customer sites.
- Conduct all lifting operations with full regard for safety and site-specific risks.
- Drive responsibly and courteously, ensuring compliance with transport legislation and tachograph regulations.
- Maintain a clean, professional vehicle, report health and safety concerns, and be flexible to undertake night outs as required.
About you:
You are a safety-conscious, reliable, and motivated Class 1 Driver / Crane Operator/ HIAB Driver who takes pride in your work. Able to work independently and as part of a team, whilst remaining calm under pressure, and are committed to maintaining high standards in all you do. You will hold a valid UK Class 1 HGV / Category C+E Licence, a Driver CPC Qualification, and a Digital Tachograph Card. A HIAB (Lorry Loader) Certification is preferred, though training can be provided to the right candidate. You will have a strong understanding of health and safety and load security, excellent spatial awareness, communication, and customer service skills, and a professional, courteous manner with the ability to assess risk on-site. Desirable extras include a CSCS Card, Forklift or Telehandler licence, and First Aid qualification, although these are not essential.
If you have the experience, skills and are interested in this Class 1 Driver / Crane Operator HIAB Driver role then please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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