Job Description

HIAB Crane Operator / HGV Driver (Full-Time, Permanent)

Pay: 14.50-16.50/hr, with generous overtime and early-start premiums!

Overtime of

21.75

per hour is paid when working over 8 hours and then

29.00

per hour when working over 12 hours per day

Overtime is also paid before 8am start at

21.75

per hour

Ring and speak to either Mike or James on 01639 886966 if you need any other details about this job

Based in Port Talbot - covering Wales & Bristol (and beyond when required)

Why Join RE Plant Hire Ltd?

A family-run business since 1974--trusted, stable, and forward-looking Operate with some of the most advanced HIAB cranes on modern lorries More than just a lift-and-shift company: you'll predominantly serve as a crane operator, not just a driver Rapid potential to progress to more advanced specialist crane equipment

What You'll Earn

Standard pay: 14.50-16.50 per hour Overtime premium: 21.75/hr: for hours beyond 8 per day or before 8 am 29/hr: for hours beyond 12 per day Yearly bonus, plus pension contributions, holiday pay, and training opportunities
Your Role

Drive and operate your assigned HIAB vehicle safely and effectively Follow instructions from the Hire Manager to fulfil customer requirements Engage in a wide variety of loads and locations--no two days the same

What You'll Need

Valid Class 1 or Class 2 HGV licence, with Driver CPC CPCS or ALLMI licence preferred (for HIAB operation) other cards would be acceptable Forklift and Rigger/Slinger cards are a plus ADR qualification an advantage--but not essential

Perks & Benefits

Competitive hourly rate plus lucrative overtime structure Pension and annual leave (including bank holidays) Career progression: from basic operation to specialist equipment roles On-site parking and a supportive, family company culture

Work Pattern

Shifts: 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour, full-time, permanent role Flexible location assignments across Wales, Bristol, and beyond
Ready to Apply?

RE Plant Hire Ltd--Where tradition meets innovation. Join us and take your HIAB operating career to new heights.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.50-16.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Application question(s):

How many years experience do you have operating Lorry Loaders? Do you hold an in date Lorry Loader Qualification card? i.e. ALLMI / CPCS / NPORS
Work Location: On the road

Application deadline: 29/08/2025
Reference ID: DriverJanuary2024