H W Martin (Traffic Management) LtdSizewell, Suffolk PermanentCompetitive, dependent on experience, with benefitsHWTM - SCZ - TD
H W Martin (Traffic Management) Ltd
Job Title: Tractor HIAB Driver/ Tractor Operator
Location: Sizewell C, Leiston, Suffolk, IP1
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience, with benefits.
Additional benefits: 20 Days + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Free parking, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance.
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the H W Martin Group:
From the first local fencing contracts of the 1970’s to the multi discipline national contracts of today is a journey throughout which we have always strived to exceed our client’s expectations.
We have a trained and certificated workforce of over 1,000 who deliver works and support services from design, through to build and onward maintenance for the transport and waste recycling infrastructure of the UK. With 16 operations centres from Kent to North Lanarkshire, together with our central head office facility in Derbyshire, we provide a truly national coverage.
The Martin Group are established and very financially secure. We pride ourselves on our people and have many long serving employees.
About H W Martin (Traffic Management) Ltd:
We provide data-led, traffic management services within a temporary environment. Put simply, we guide vehicles around roadworks in the safest, most efficient way possible whilst permanent improvements are made to the country’s highways.
We collate data to find ways of making the temporary traffic management strategies we deploy as safe, swift and synchronised as possible.
We also provide an emergency traffic management intervention on behalf of our clients in the event of a situation that poses an immediate risk to health, life, property or the environment. For example, in the event of widespread flooding.
About Sizewell C:
Sizewell C is a large, planned nuclear power station being built on the Suffolk coast in the UK. The project is expected to generate 3.2 GW of clean electricity, enough for 6 million homes. This is a significant part of the UK’s strategy for clean energy and energy security, with the goal of providing reliable, low-carbon power and supporting economic growth. SZC is a major project opportunity for the Martin Group of Companies.
Job Purpose:
To safely operate a tractor and its attachments to support materials transport, site logistics, site maintenance, groundworks, and general site operations in the construction of Sizewell C. To ensure efficient and reliable operations in support of the wider project, whilst observing all site safety, environmental, and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate tractors with various attachments (trailers, bowsers, hydraulic implements, tipping trailers, non-tipping trailers etc.) to move materials, equipment, water, or waste around the site.
- Towing and reversing trailers or attachments on- and off-road, ensuring secure coupling and appropriate load distribution.
- Conduct daily pre‑start inspections and safety checks on the tractor and attachments: fluid levels, tyres, lights, brakes, hydraulics, safety devices, coupling mechanisms. Report any defects or faults promptly.
- Perform routine maintenance / cleaning of tractor and attachments as required (e.g. greasing, cleaning, minor adjustments).
- Assist with site logistics: muck-away operations, site clearance, dust suppression (with bowsers), supporting haul routes, etc.
- Follow all site traffic management plans: site‑speed limits, haul roads, segregation of vehicles / pedestrians, banksman control, one‑way systems.
- Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and radiation / nuclear site-specific protocols (PPE, induction, toolbox talks, method statements, safe systems of work).
- Maintain accurate records: hours operated, loads moved, fuel usage, defects / maintenance, shift logs.
- Work in coordination with other plant operators, groundworkers, supervisors, surveyors etc., to ensure tasks are completed in line with project requirements.
- Be flexible with work hours (may include early starts, late finishes, weekend work) depending on project needs.
Qualifications & Certifications:
- Valid CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) or NPORS qualification for Tractor / Plant Driving (with the relevant attachments) required.
- C1 driving licence (or higher, depending on tractor / trailer combinations) may be required if the role involves use of public roads or large trailers.
- CSCS card (or equivalent) for site access.
- CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) test passed (recent evidence).
- Additional desirable certifications: Banksman / Vehicle Marshalling, First Aid, Manual Handling, Environmental / Site Safety training.
Experience & Skills:
- Substantial experience (e.g. 2‑3+ years) driving tractors / plant in construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or similar large‑scale projects.
- Experience handling attachments and towing trailers / bowsers etc.
- Good understanding of and commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practice in high‑risk and regulated environments (especially nuclear sites).
- Ability to work under supervision but also independently; good communication skills (for working with banksmen, supervisors etc.).
- Physical fitness and ability to carry out tasks that may involve manual work (attaching/detaching implements, cleaning, etc.).
- Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility.
- Assist with winter maintenance duties.
Please Note: The successful candidate will be required to undertake and satisfactorily complete a robust security vetting process.
Next Steps:
If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the skills, education and enthusiasm required to undertake this vital role, Please submit your CV or use our application form below and submit your details.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons.
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