Grab Driver (HIAB)

Role Overview

Supporting the installation, maintenance and expansion of the telecoms infrastructure, delivering essential materials, equipment and product to various sites and civils teams across the business.

Responsibilities

• Carry out multiple drops/deliveries to various sites across the North West
• Operate the HIAB Grab vehicle to transport and install telecommunications materials at various sites
• Support other crew members with the safe disposal of the by product
• Safely load and unload materials, backfilling of excavations
• Collection/removal of spoil from sites
• Carry out effective site-based risk assessments, reporting issues as required
• Maintain the highest standards of Health, Safety and quality on site to support with minimising the impact in the environment
• Conduct daily routine checks and maintenance of vehicle/plant and risk assessments
• Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and address any logistical challenges or changes in project requirements
• Maintaining accurate records of materials, equipment, and work activities, including completion reports and maintenance logs
• Upholding company policies and procedures, including those related to safety, quality assurance, and customer service, to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• NRSWA Streetworks qualification including backfill of excavations and SLG (essential)
• Valid HIAB ticket - Clamshell (essential)
• Valid CAT C (Class 2) licence, held for more than 2 years with no more than 6 points on the licence
• Current CPC and digi card
• Previous, practical experience of operating HIAB/Grab equipment, ideally within a Telecoms environment

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• 3x life assurance
• Employee Assistance Program (discount from high street retailers)
• Free eye test vouchers
• Employee referral scheme
• Pure Gym discount
• Virgin Media - 'My Rates' discount
• Occupational Health
• Access to apprenticeships

Svella Connect is a leading provider of telecoms and digital infrastructure, building and installing high-speed broadband networks to help connect businesses and residents with full-fibre internet. With depots in Warrington, Leeds and Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, we are a leading contractor for telecoms and internet providers such as Virgin Media and carry out a range of projects across Yorkshire, Midlands and the North West.
Our vision is to be the employer of choice in the industry by investing in long-term growth, introducing technology, innovation and developing efficient ways of working to ensure excellent service for our clients and their customers.