Driver (Cat C1) at Reliable Contractors LTD, Plymouth, Devon

DRIVER (CAT C1) – DEVONPORT – FULLTIME

A chance to work on one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK.

Reliable Contractors are recruiting for an experienced Driver (Cat C1) to join the Devonport project.

Long-term work is available for the right candidate with the correct cards, tickets and experience, offering stable employment and regular income for the foreseeable future.

Assignment Details

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Payment Basis: PAYE

• Paid Holidays: 31 days per year (including bank holidays)

• Start Date: As soon as possible following successful vetting checks, medical and on-site induction

• Assignment Duration: Ongoing / until further notice

• Location: Plymouth

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks.

Eligibility criteria: Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

What We Offer

Pension provision.

A safe working environment.

Secure, regular income.

Lodge/digs allowance of £53.69 per day worked, subject to eligibility and supporting evidence. Eligibility generally requires living more than 50 miles from site, with proof of home address and accommodation arrangements.

Must Have

• Valid Category C1 driving licence.

• Valid Safety Critical Medical.

• Previous experience in a driving role, preferably within construction or a similar site environment.

• Good knowledge of road safety and vehicle operating procedures.

• Ability to carry out vehicle checks and report defects.

• Good communication skills and a reliable, proactive attitude.

• Good understanding of site health and safety procedures.

Role and Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles requiring a Category C1 licence safely and responsibly.

• Transport materials, equipment or personnel as required by the project.

• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any defects or maintenance issues.

• Ensure loads are secured safely and comply with relevant regulations.

• Follow designated site routes, traffic management arrangements and delivery procedures.

• Complete relevant vehicle, delivery and inspection records accurately.

• Maintain the vehicle in a clean and roadworthy condition.

• Comply with road traffic legislation, site rules and health and safety requirements.

Shifts

Working days: Monday to Friday.

Start time: 7:00am–7:30am.

Finish time: 5:00pm–5:30pm.

Overtime

Monday to Friday: Time and a third after 10 hours.

Nights: Time and a third.

Saturdays and Sundays: Time and a half.

All night hours: Time and a half.

Health and Safety Risks

The successful candidate will be expected to promote and maintain a safe working environment, ensuring site rules, procedures and relevant health and safety requirements are followed.

Key risks associated with the role include:

• Vehicle movements: Follow site traffic management procedures and maintain safe segregation from pedestrians and other plant.

• Driving risks: Drive responsibly and comply with road traffic legislation and site speed limits.

• Vehicle defects: Complete pre-use checks and report defects before operating the vehicle.

• Loading and unloading: Ensure loads are safely secured and follow approved loading procedures.

• Manual handling: Use safe lifting techniques and suitable handling equipment where required.

• Slips, trips and falls: Maintain safe access when entering or exiting vehicles and working around the site.

All site-specific risks and control measures must be confirmed through the project RAMS, risk assessments and site induction.

If you want to work for a main contractor that cares about its tradespeople, this is your opportunity to apply and join the project.

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