Category C+E (Class 1) HIAB Driver / Lorry Mounted Crane Operator
Location: Based in Coalville, Leicestershire (Hermitage Industrial Estate) – Nationwide operations, mostly Midlands-focused
Vehicle: Rigid + drawbar trailer with 54t FASSI crane (modern EURO 6 compliant fleet)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Salary/Benefits: Competitive pay + multiple performance bonuses + private health insurance (details discussed at interview)
About David Stanley Transport & Lifting Services
We’re a well-established, family-run business with over 30 years of expertise and a reputation as one of the UK’s largest suppliers of crane-assisted HIAB haulage. Operating a large, modern fleet of EURO 6 compliant vehicles (54t/m to 110t/m FASSI cranes with 360° capabilities, fly jibs, and remote controls), we specialise in safe, efficient lifting, transport, delivery, and installation of portacabins, containers, welfare units, generators, modular buildings, machinery, hot tubs, sculptures — and much more — for construction, hire fleets, utilities, and private customers nationwide.
Our drivers are trusted to handle complex, high-value loads on sites across the country, often saving clients time and money by eliminating the need for additional cranes or forklifts. We’re FORS Gold accredited, CHAS, SSIP, and Construction line registered — safety and professionalism are at the heart of everything we do. Our customers consistently praise our drivers for being polite, skilled, reliable, and “a credit to the company.”
The Role
We’re looking for a capable, safety-conscious Category C+E (Class 1) driver ideally with HIAB/lorry loader experience to join our friendly team. You’ll operate your own allocated vehicle (rigid + drawbar with 54t FASSI crane) for the vast majority of the time, delivering and installing to a wide variety of sites — from tight urban locations to major construction projects.
- Average 1–2 nights out per week (varies; some weeks more than others)
- Weekend work optional when available
- Varied, hands-on work with real responsibility — no two days the same
- Opportunity to progress to newer or larger HIAB vehicles after 1–2 years of good performance
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Valid Category C+E (Class 1) HGV licence
- Minimum 2 years’ HGV driving experience in the UK
- Clean or near-clean licence
- Can do attitude and ability to problem solve.
Highly Desirable (but full training/support available for the right person):
- Lorry loader (HIAB) qualification/experience
- HGV site delivery experience (tight access, health & safety, good customer relations)
- ADR qualification (or willingness to obtain — training offered)
We value safe, professional, can-do drivers who take pride in their work and represent the company well. If you’re experienced but missing some extras, don’t be put off — we invest in the right people
What You’ll Get
- Your own dedicated vehicle (only swap in rare service/repair situations — no expectation to night out in a substitute)
- Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities
- Private health insurance
- Supportive, family-run environment with long-serving team members
- The chance to work for a respected industry leader trusted by major names (Balfour Beatty, Kier, Skanska, etc.)
- Ongoing training
How to Apply
We’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV via Indeed (or email if preferred — check our website for contact details). In your message, feel free to mention:
- Your HIAB/site experience (if any)
- Why you’re interested in joining us
Shortlisting happens quickly — strong candidates usually hear back within a few days.
Take a look at what we do: www.stanleygroup.co.uk
Thanks for reading — we look forward to potentially welcoming you to the team!
David Stanley Transport & Lifting Services
Unit 9, Vulcan Way, Hermitage Industrial Estate, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 3FW
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- HGV Class1: 2 years (preferred)
- Hiab: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
