Class 1 & 2 HGV Plant Lorry Drivers

About M O'Brien Plant Hire:

Job Overview:

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely load, secure, transport, and offload plant machinery and equipment
• Conduct vehicle and load safety checks prior to departure
• Deliver and collect plant across various client sites in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate paperwork and delivery records
• Comply with all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies
• Represent M O’Brien Plant Hire professionally at all times with clients and site staff
• Liaise with the transport office regarding schedules and instructions
• Report any vehicle defects, incidents, or delays promptly

Requirements:

• Valid UK Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence
• Valid CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)
• Valid Tachograph (Digital Driver Card)
• Experience transporting plant, construction equipment, or similar loads preferred
• Knowledge of load securing and operation of plant trailers/low loaders
• Strong understanding of health & safety and transport compliance
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
• Flexibility with start times and occasional overnight stays if required
• Desirable:
• NPORS, or CPCS qualification for loading/unloading plant (advantageous)
• Experience working in construction logistics or with a plant hire company
• Knowledge of route planning and satellite navigation systems
• Job Type: Full-time
• Benefits:
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience transporting plant, construction equipment, or similar loads preferred