Position: HGV Driver/HIAB Operator
Location: Kilkenny
Contract: 1 year - Full Time
Salary: DOE
Are you ready to be a vital part of a dynamic and innovative utilities service company? As a leading company in the Energy and Telecoms Industries, Gaeltec Utilities is driven by a collective vision: creating a cleaner, brighter living for our future. Our journey is one of continuous growth and success, we are seeking a candidate who possess a high level of commitment and passion for their role within the company.
In return we offer a good working environment, competitive compensation package, progression opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme, personal development and Cycle to Work Scheme.
Overview of role:
The primary role of the HGV Driver/HIAB Operator is safe loading, transportation and delivery of Telecom equipment to site. To ensure that the Company takes all reasonable measures to provide a safe working environment for its employees, the public, contractors, and visitors.
Key Tasks and Accountabilities:
* Operate an HGV articulated Hiab vehicle, loading, transporting, and other equipment to various locations.
* Loading and unloading of vehicles in a safe manner and always maintaining security.
* Operate Crane load / unload Plant (Diggers & Trac Machines etc) and equipment.
* Ensuring all delivery and collection records are accurately maintained.
* Assisting in planning next day deliveries.
* Stop and report any situation that you deem to be a danger to yourself or others. Report immediately any hazardous conditions to those responsible and keep records of all such inspections and hazards.
* Be an excellent ambassador to Gaeltec and do not bring the company into disrepute by poor behaviour or being a discourteous driver.
* Comply with any Legal Requirements, including Drivers' Hours, recording of work, and driving in the logbook, and Working Time regulations.
* Check the vehicle is safe, legal, and roadworthy before it is driven.
* Ensure the vehicle is not overloaded.
* Carry out a walkaround check before the vehicle is used, record any findings, and submit a report, including a 'Nil' defect if defects are not found.
* Develop skills and knowledge to ensure safe, legal, and efficient driving.
* Ensuring that all appropriate PPE is available and used.
* Be flexible to carry out manual yard duties as and when required.
To be considered for the HGV Driver/HIAB Operator position you will Ideally have the following:
* Driver Tacho Card and up-to-date CPC required
* One-year previous driving experience with Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) preferred
* Valid Class C, E & W Driver's License required
* HIAB Certification
* Crane operation experience a distinct advantage
* Operate Crane, Ability to load / unload Plant (Diggers & Trac Machines etc) and equipment
* Experience or strapping and securing loads
* Pole Grab experience (Essential)
* Min 1yrs HIAB exp
* Manual Handling Certificate (Preferred)
* Safe Pass (Preferred)
* CSCS (Preferred)
* Some exposure to working in a Utilities Company (Desirable)
* Can-do attitude, self-motivated
* Ability to communicate professionally, verbally, and in writing, in English
* Good work ethic and a positive, professional attitude
If you would like the chance to work in this exciting role for an innovative company, please apply directly with CV to:
For more information on the Gaeltec family, please visit our website
Gaeltec Utilities are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Employee assistance program
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Licence/Certification:
* C Driving licence (required)
* CE Driving Licence (required)
* Safe Pass (preferred)
* HGV Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: On the road