HIAB Driver / Electrician Assistant – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Responsibilities

• Operate LGV Class 2 vehicles and HIAB lifting equipment.
  
  


• Support the installation of street lighting columns and roadside infrastructure.
  
  


• Excavate pits and trenches for lighting installations and connection points.
  
  


• Perform reinstatement tasks such as:
  
  
  
  • Tarmac
    
    
  
  
  • Flags
    
    
  
  
  • Block paving
    
    
  
  
  • General highway repairs
    
    
  
  


• Conduct safe digging around underground utilities.
  
  


• Assist electricians with both underground and above-ground installations.
  
  


• Establish and maintain traffic management setups.
  
  


• Conduct dynamic site risk assessments and modify work activities as needed.
  
  


• Safely load and unload materials, equipment, and machinery.
  
  


• Accurately complete paperwork and electronic records.
  
  


• Adhere to NY Highways policies, procedures, and health and safety standards.
  
  

Essential

• Experience in:
  
  
  
  • Groundworks
    
    
  
  
  • Utilities
    
    
  
  
  • Excavation
    
    
  
  
  • Highways Maintenance
    
    
  
  
  • Street Lighting Installation
    
    
  
  


• Possession of an LGV Class 2 Driving Licence.
  
  


• HGV/LGV Licence with CPC Qualification.
  
  


• Vehicle Mounted Crane (HIAB) Certificate.
  
  


• Valid Full UK Driving Licence.
  
  


• Understanding of safe digging practices and underground utilities.
  
  


• Capability to perform physically demanding excavation tasks.
  
  


• Basic electrical knowledge.
  
  


• Strong awareness of health and safety protocols.
  
  


• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  
  


• Effective problem-solving skills and initiative.
  
  

Desirable

• NRSWA Qualification.
  
  


• CSCS Card.
  
  


• Emergency First Aid Qualification.
  
  


• TM12D Traffic Management Qualification.
  
  


• Experience in the highways or street lighting sector.
  
  


• Manual Handling Training.
  
  


• Abrasive Wheels Training.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• £20.49 per hour (Umbrella)
  
  


• 3 Month Contract
  
  


• Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
  
  


• Bi-weekly Pay
  
  


• Chance to contribute to vital highway and street lighting projects.
  
  


• HIAB training provided if necessary.
  
  


• Engaging outdoor role combining driving, excavation, and installation tasks.
  
  


• Collaborative team environment at NY Highways.