HGV Driver (Utilities) (LM/004/NIW)
Posted 7 days ago by Wernick Group Limited
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Portadown, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Summary: The HGV Driver (Utilities) role at Morrow Contracts involves operating a 7.5 tonne lorry while towing a trailer and digger for various utility works for NI Water. The position requires adherence to health and safety guidelines, efficient work practices, and maintaining vehicle records. Candidates must possess a clean HGV licence and be willing to learn, with training provided for those lacking utility experience. The role offers ongoing paid overtime and requires flexibility in working hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive a 7.5 tonne lorry, towing a trailer and digger.
- Complete daily vehicle checks including tyres, brakes, lights, oil, water, and fuel levels.
- Work efficiently to deadlines while maintaining high workmanship standards.
- Maintain records of journey times, mileage, and hours worked.
- Adhere to health and safety guidelines set by the company.
- Demonstrate consistent driving performance and good communication skills.
- Maintain vehicle maintenance and trailer cleanliness.
- Work flexible hours and cover emergency work as needed.
- Participate in ongoing onsite and in-house training.
Key Skills:
- Clean and valid HGV licence with a minimum of 2 years' experience.
- Valid Tachograph Card.
- Valid CSR Card.
- Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to learn and receive training.
- Experience in utilities preferred but not essential.
- Flexibility in working hours.
- Streetworks licence (desired).
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Portadown
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Morrow Contracts was founded nearly 40 years ago and is one of the most respected utilities and civil engineering companies in Northern Ireland.
The Role
You will be part of a two man team that covers a wide range of works for our client NI Water. Driving 7.5 tonne lorry, towing a trailer and digger The ability to work efficiently and to deadlines, whilst maintaining a high level of workmanship Working within Health & Safety guidelines as set out by the Company You will be expected to complete a vehicle check each morning, which includes checking tyres, brakes, lights, oil, water and fuel levels and general condition of the vehicle You will work to a planned schedule, maintaining records of journey times, mileage and hours worked Utility experience would be preferable however if you are willing to learn, we are willing to provide training This is a very busy working environment and we offer ongoing paid overtime (both weekend work and out of hours) Core hours are 07:00 - 16:30 (Monday - Friday) Must have a clean and valid HGV licence with a minimum of 2 years' experience Valid Tachograph Card Valid CSR Card Salary is based on experience IMMEDIATE INTERVIEW Apply now
Important Information
Location: Portadown, 14 Derryvore Lane, Craigavon, Northern Ireland, BT63 5RS
Date Posted: 21st July 2025
Closing Date: 14th August 2025
Industry: land / Property and Construction
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience
About The Role
You will be expected to Demonstrate consistent driving performance Demonstrate good communication skills and build interpersonal relationships with the company and industry Deliver exemplary standards in Company Image, vehicle maintenance and trailer cleanliness Strive to portray a respectable and professional approach while representing the company Willing to work flexible hours and cover emergency work where needed Onsite and in house training will be provided on an ongoing basis
What you will need
Required criteria CSR card Must have CE or C1E Class I OR Class II licence Desired criteria Hold a valid Streetworks licence