HIAB Driver

Along with a competitive of between £25,933 - £35,339 (inclusive of banked hours payment) we also offer great benefits such as:

• Additional overtime at various rates in-line with our collectively bargained industrial agreement.
• Enrolment into our pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure.
• Monday to Friday working pattern (subject to business requirements)
• Ongoing professional training and access to career development opportunities.

This role is subject to a satisfactory Credit Check and Basic DBS

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HIAB Driver to join our Northern Logistics Team, initially based in Billingham.

This is a safety-critical operational role in a live utility environment. It calls for professionalism, sound judgement and a careful, precise approach to every lift and delivery.

As a HIAB Driver, you will deliver equipment and materials to sites across the Northern region, supporting field teams during planned work and when required during severe weather and emergency situations.

What this role will involve

• Working across depots, sites and environments throughout the Northern region.
• Adapting plans and routes at short notice to meet operational priorities.
• Supporting storm response and major incidents through our standby rota.
• Working closely with field teams, warehouse colleagues and contractors.
• Representing Northern Powergrid professionally with colleagues, partners, and the public.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and vehicle care.
• Put safety first for yourself, colleagues and the public, Follow safe systems of work and take the time to check each lift and delivery carefully.
• Inspect and check your allocated vehicle, HIAB and associated equipment before use, and report any defects promptly.
• Deliver and collect materials accurately, safely and on time.
• Set up and operate the HIAB safely and precisely, following relevant safe systems of work, site riles, manufacturer guidance and any required lift plan.
• Check the delivery location and working area before listing, including ground conditions, overhead obstructions and exclusion zones.
• Use careful, controlled movements to position materials accurately and safely at the required location.
• Accurately record driving hours, vehicle data and timesheets.
• Ensure full compliance with driving hours, attendance and legal requirements.
• Take ownership of your workload, making sound decisions and escalating issues when needed.
• Support warehouse and logistics colleagues when required.

The role usually operates Monday to Friday, although weekend work and unsociable hours may be required to meet operational needs. You will work independently and as part of a team, remaining calm and professional when plans change or pressure increases.

• We are looking for a reliable, resilient driver who takes a careful and precise approach and can be trusted to work safely under pressure.
• Ability to apply sound judgement, especially when assessing whether a lift can be completed safely.
• Take pride in your vehicle, work, and standards.
• Clear and professional communication.
• Can be relied upon during incident, not just BAU.
• is adaptable and open to learning in a changing operational environment.