Hiab Driver/Electrician's Assistant

Job Description

HIAB Driver / Electrician Assistant – 3 Month Contract

Location: 41 Northallerton Road, North Yorkshire

Rate: £20.49 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: 3 Month Contract

Hours: Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

Pay: Bi-weekly

Summary

Are you passionate about working outdoors and engaging in hands-on tasks? NY Highways is seeking skilled HIAB Driver / Electrician Assistants to aid in the installation and upkeep of street lighting, signage, and highway infrastructure throughout North Yorkshire. This role offers a diverse range of activities, including driving, excavation, groundworks, traffic management, and supporting electricians with street lighting installations. While driving is a component of the job, the primary focus is on manual excavation and groundworks, making it perfect for those who thrive in outdoor environments and enjoy teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate LGV Class 2 vehicles and HIAB lifting equipment.
  
• Support the installation of street lighting columns and roadside infrastructure.
  
• Excavate pits and trenches for lighting installations and connection points.
  
• Perform reinstatement tasks such as:
  • Tarmac
    
  • Flags
    
  • Block paving
    
  • General highway repairs
    
• Conduct safe digging around underground utilities.
  
• Assist electricians with both underground and above-ground installations.
  
• Establish and maintain traffic management setups.
  
• Conduct dynamic site risk assessments and modify work activities as needed.
  
• Safely load and unload materials, equipment, and machinery.
  
• Accurately complete paperwork and electronic records.
  
• Adhere to NY Highways policies, procedures, and health and safety standards.
  

Essential

Requirements

Requirements:

• Experience in:
  • Groundworks
    
  • Utilities
    
  • Excavation
    
  • Highways Maintenance
    
  • Street Lighting Installation
    
• Possession of an LGV Class 2 Driving Licence.
  
• HGV/LGV Licence with CPC Qualification.
  
• Vehicle Mounted Crane (HIAB) Certificate.
  
• Valid Full UK Driving Licence.
  
• Understanding of safe digging practices and underground utilities.
  
• Capability to perform physically demanding excavation tasks.
  
• Basic electrical knowledge.
  
• Strong awareness of health and safety protocols.
  
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  
• Effective problem-solving skills and initiative.
  

Desirable

• NRSWA Qualification.
  
• CSCS Card.
  
• Emergency First Aid Qualification.
  
• TM12D Traffic Management Qualification.
  
• Experience in the highways or street lighting sector.
  
• Manual Handling Training.
  
• Abrasive Wheels Training.
  

What's on Offer?

• £20.49 per hour (Umbrella)
  
• 3 Month Contract
  
• Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
  
• Bi-weekly Pay
  
• Chance to contribute to vital highway and street lighting projects.
  
• HIAB training provided if necessary.
  
• Engaging outdoor role combining driving, excavation, and installation tasks.
  
• Collaborative team environment at NY Highways.
  

Ideal for individuals with experience as a HIAB Driver, Street Lighting Operative, Highways Operative, Groundworker, Utilities Operative, Electrical Assistant, Excavation Operative, HGV Driver, or Street Lighting Assistant.

Requirements
Essential Requirements Experience in: Groundworks Utilities Excavation Highways Maintenance Street Lighting Installation LGV Class 2 Driving Licence. HGV/LGV Licence including CPC Qualification. Vehicle Mounted Crane (HIAB) Certificate. Current Full UK Driving Licence. Knowledge of safe digging practices and underground services. Ability to undertake physically demanding excavation work. Basic electrical knowledge. Strong health and safety awareness. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Good problem-solving skills and ability to use initiative. Desirable Requirements NRSWA Qualification. CSCS Card. Emergency First Aid Qualification. TM12D Traffic Management Qualification. Experience within the highways or street lighting industry. Manual Handling Training. Abrasive Wheels Training. What's on Offer? £20.49 per hour (Umbrella) 3 Month Contract Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to work on essential highway and street lighting projects. HIAB training available where required. Varied outdoor role with a combination of driving, excavation, and installation work. Supportive team environment within NY Highways. Suitable for candidates with experience as a HIAB Driver, Street Lighting Operative, Highways Operative, Groundworker, Utilities Operative, Electrical Assistant, Excavation Operative, HGV Driver, or Street Lighting Assistant.