Location
Gloucester
Salary
£36,951
Contract
Permanent (Full Time)
Closing date
27th January 2025
Working hours
7.75 hours per day, 38.75 hours per week Monday to Friday between our core working hours 7.00am – 5.30pm. There is also an opportunity to work overtime as and when required.
Who are we?
WWU is a gas distribution business that services the gas infrastructure across Wales and the south-west of England. From the Welsh mountains to the Cornish coast, over 7.5 million people rely on us to keep them safe and warm, 365 days a year. It takes our team of 1,300+ skilled people to maintain the energy infrastructure, and keep it running reliably and efficiently.
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for HGV Grab Drivers to support our operational teams in delivering a safe and efficient network. You will deliver and collect materials, signage and barriers to operational sites safely and efficiently.
You’ll be relied on to:
* Collect and deliver materials, plant & equipment as instructed for operational teams in a safe, efficient and timely manner
* Work within Wales & West Utilities (WWU) policies, procedures and relevant legislation
* Ensure all daily/weekly vehicle inspections are undertaken and that all defects are reported and rectified within agreed timescales
* Maintain vehicle condition and present it for maintenance when requested
* Drive legally and within all road and site speed limits
* Maintain good communication with coordinators and engineering staff
* Use approved equipment only, in the correct manner to ensure safety
* Be proactive with signing and guarding when on site
You’ll need to have:
* A clean driving licence, minimum category C (preferably CE)
* The Right to work in the UK
* Knowledge and understanding of DVSA regulations
* NPORS clamshell bucket qualification or equivalent
* Excellent customer service skills
* The energy to work in all weather conditions
* A keen sense of pride in delivering great customer service
* The willingness to undertake necessary training and upskilling
* A flexible mindset to satisfy the needs of customers and ensure safety
The following is also desirable:
* NPORS slinger/signaller qualification or equivalent
* NRSWA Qualifications (excavation and reinstatement)
* SHEA Gas
What you’ll get in return:
* A competitive salary starting at £36,951
* A structured pay & competency framework which rewards skills and enables development
* Enhanced earnings through overtime and call out as required
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, with WWU doubling your contribution at 10%
* 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan
* “Choices” flexible benefit scheme options
* Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme
* Enhanced pay for parental leave
* Retail discounts and cashback scheme
* Annual salary review effective from 1st July each year
* Company Sick Pay
* In-house Occupational Health Team
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Comprehensive training
* Tools, equipment, PPE and uniform
Interested?
If you think you’d make a good addition to the team, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, click the link below. If you would prefer to complete your application form in an alternative format, please contact us at recruitment@wwutilities.co.uk or on 07971 038 982.
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