Driver (HGV)

at  UK Power Networks

79753 - Driver (HGV)
This Driver (HGV) will report to the Field Staff Supervisor and will work within Network Operations based in our Kings Lynn/Peterborough office. You will be a permanent employee.
You will attract a salary of £37,165 per annum and a bonus of 3%.
If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check
Close Date: 3rd November 2024
We also provide the following additional benefits
25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme
Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
Occupational Health support
Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.
Discounted access to sports and social clubs
Employee Assistance Programme.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ideally the successful candidates should have the following but not essential, as full training will be given:
HGV Class II Licence holder.
ALLMI, IPAF or equivalent competence.

JOB PURPOSE:

To ensure physical delivery to plan of poles, plant and equipment to Field Teams within the local area, through the provision of a safe and efficient operation. Work as part as a team on site to complete work and act a support person

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

To erect poles in the vicinity of live LV and HV conductors
To ensure that materials are delivered to correct sites to meet the agreed programmed delivery times and for faults.
Ensure that current Road Transport Legislation, including EU regulations, is followed.
Perform daily inspections on vehicles and ancillary equipment (vehicle mounted crane, lifting gear) and report any defects to ensure that equipment is fit for purpose and operated safely.
Safe loading and driving of company vehicles.
Wear appropriate uniform & PPE where provided
Demonstrate and promote UK Power Networks’ vision of becoming an employer of choice, a respected corporate citizen and to work in a sustainably cost efficient way.
Demonstrate and promote UK Power Networks values; integrity, respect, continuous improvement, diversity and inclusiveness, responsibility and unity.
Challenge others not following the correct or safest procedure to complete the task in hand.
Report all near misses and deal with hazards to create a harm free workplace.
Responsibility for all aspects of Safety, Health and Environment relevant to this role
To perform risk assessments and maintain safe working practices
Ensure quality of works meets with current procedures
Be able to work on their own or as part of a team.
Be a support person to ensure the craftsperson undertakes their work safely