Job Description
HGV Grab Driver / Operative
Company: Jones Lighting (Part of United Infrastructure)
Location: Widnes
Salary: £33,280.00 per year
Contract Type: Full-time
About the Role
Jones Lighting is a well-established, family-run business and leading provider of street lighting solutions for local authorities.
We are looking for an experienced, skilled, and reliable HGV Grab Driver / Reinstatement Specialist to join our team at our Widnes depot.
Key Responsibilities
* Excavation and Backfill: Safely manage materials using the Grab wagon, assist with manual backfilling and material movement
* High-Quality Reinstatement: Ensure precise reinstatement work and safe working around buried utility plant (cables, pipes, etc.)
* Safety Critical Work: Maintain safe operations near overhead electricity and telephone lines
* Site Management: Responsible for all Signing, Lighting, and Guarding (SLG) of work areas
* Compliance: Follow all Safe Systems of Work procedures
Key Requirements
* Full HGV Licence with authorisation to operate Grab/Lorry Loader vehicle
* Minimum 1 year demonstrated experience operating a grab wagon (clamshell attachment preferred)
* Streetworks Qualification Units 1-7 (or equivalent)
* Current EUSR CSCS SHEA Power card (or equivalent for utility work)
* Full, clean driving licence (minor points considered)
Qualifications
Desirable Qualifications
* First Aid Certificate
* Manual Handling Certification
* Abrasive Wheels Training
Additional Information
Why Join Us?
* Competitive & Transparent Pay: Experience-based hourly rate
* Stability & Security: Permanent role with long-term career prospects
* Family-Run Environment: Supportive, close-knit team
* Commitment to Safety: Comprehensive training and adherence to Safe Systems of Work