HGV Driver / Crane Operator

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HGV Driver / Crane Operator

Type:

Permanent

Department:

Operations – Hire Division

Location:

Preston Depot, Lancashire – UK Travel Required

Join Our Team!

We're looking for an experienced and reliable HGV Driver / Crane Operator to join our friendly Operations team, based at our Preston depot.

At Central Power Services, we've been keeping businesses powered for 40 years, providing temporary and permanent power solutions to customers across the UK.

In this role, you'll play an important part in making sure our generators, fuel tanks, load banks and associated equipment reach our customers safely and on time.

From delivering equipment to customer sites to supporting our busy hire operations, you'll enjoy a varied role where your skills, experience and commitment to great service really make a

What You'll Be Doing

Transport & Deliveries

• Delivering and collecting generators, fuel tanks, load banks and associated equipment across the UK.
• Planning routes and ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time.
• Keeping in touch with our Hire team regarding progress, delays and operational requirements.
• Supporting urgent and out-of-hours deliveries when required.
• Following all relevant transport legislation and company procedures.

Loading & Equipment Handling

• Carrying out pre-loading inspections and ensuring equipment is safely loaded, secured and unloaded.
• Operating loading equipment where trained and authorised.
• Taking care of company equipment during transportation and reporting any damage or defects.

Vehicle Compliance & Safety

• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting maintenance requirements.
• Keeping vehicles clean, roadworthy and legally compliant.
• Maintaining accurate tachograph, driver hours, fuel and transport records.
• Following company health, safety and environmental procedures, including safe working practices and the correct use of PPE.
• Reporting hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.

Customer Service & Team Support

• Representing Central Power Services professionally and providing a friendly, helpful service to customers.
• Completing delivery and collection paperwork, including customer confirmations.
• Sharing customer feedback, concerns and potential opportunities with the relevant teams.
• Lending a hand with equipment preparation, positioning, depot housekeeping and stock movements when needed.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys being out on the road, takes pride in their work and is happy to get involved as part of a team.

You'll Need:

• A full UK HGV Class 1 (CE) or Class 2 (C) licence, as appropriate.
• A valid Driver CPC qualification.
• A Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Great communication and customer service skills.
• A strong commitment to working safely.
• A reliable, organised and flexible approach to work.
• Willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays.

It Would Also Be Great If You Have:

• HIAB / Lorry Loader qualification.
• ADR qualification.
• Experience transporting generators, plant or heavy equipment.
• Forklift Truck licence.
• Slinger/Signaller qualification.
• First Aid qualification.

Why Join Central Power Services?

We're an established and growing business with a great team of people who work together to deliver reliable power solutions to customers nationwide.

You'll be joining a supportive working environment where your contribution is valued, with opportunities to develop your skills and be part of our continued growth.

Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You!

If you're an experienced HGV Driver looking for a new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Central Power Services team!

Central Power Services Limited are an equal opportunities employer.

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