Senior Lead Driver & Operative (Class 1)
Location: Lesmahagow
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £48,000 basic salary + performance bonus (OTE £55,000) + night out allowances worth approximately £4,500 per year
We are seeking experienced Class 1 Drivers to join a growing operations team delivering and installing specialist access equipment across a range of infrastructure, construction, utilities, and rail projects.
This is a hands-on role combining driving, site operations, customer liaison, and team leadership. You will be responsible for transporting, installing, and recovering equipment using HIAB-equipped vehicles, while supervising operatives and ensuring the highest standards of safety and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Operate Class 1 vehicles fitted with HIAB cranes.
Lead and supervise operatives on site.
Deliver, install, and recover specialist equipment safely and efficiently.
Liaise with customers and site teams to ensure project requirements are met.
Conduct site risk assessments and follow RAMS procedures.
Maintain compliance with Driver CPC, tachograph, and working time regulations.
Carry out daily vehicle, lifting equipment, and asset inspections.
Support the training and development of new team members.
Requirements
Full UK Class 1 (C+E) licence.
Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
HIAB or equivalent truck-mounted crane experience.
Strong understanding of lifting operations and site safety procedures.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Flexible approach to working hours, including overnight stays and occasional weekends.
Benefits
£48,000 basic salary.
Average OTE of £55,000.
Additional night out allowances worth circa £4,500 per year.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
Enhanced pension scheme.
Life assurance.
Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits.
Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
If you are an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for a varied role with leadership responsibilities, excellent earning potential, and long-term career prospects, we would like to hear from you.
If you are an organised administrator who enjoys a varied role and delivering excellent support across office operations and PPE management, we would love to hear from you.
For a confidential chat about the role or take home rate, please call (0 7 7 1 7 3 0 6 8 4 0 ) or email m e l l I s s a. v o o n g @ v I t a l .co .uk
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