LGV Driver - Category C+E (Low Loader)

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Job Reference tarmac/TP/232604/8229

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 2 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Excellent Salary + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits Working Hours: 45 hours Location: Salford Closing Date: 24/11/2026 Job Functions: Operations, Quarrying and Production Region / Division: Operations A&A Business Unit: North & Scotland

Job Introduction

LGV Driver - Category C+E (Low Loader)

Great Manchester
Competitive pay + enhanced rates for nights & weekends

Looking for your next driving role with variety, responsibility and great earning potential?

We’re looking for a LGV Driver C+E (Low Loader) to join our friendly Tarmac Contracting team based out of our Agecroft site in Salford working a varying work pattern including overnight and weekend working. You will receive excellent remuneration and benefits.

If you’re a reliable, safety-focused driver who enjoys being part of a team and wants a role with varied routes, autonomy and strong earning potential, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Area Plant & Transport Manager the role of LGV Driver C+E (Low Loader) will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a variety of company vehicles including low loaders, fuel bowsers, stores delivery vehicles, and bitumen spray tankers. This role supports Tarmac’s operational delivery across the region, ensuring the timely transportation of plant, materials, fuel, and the application of bitumen on freshly laid asphalt/tarmac.

The role of LGV Driver C+E (Low Loader) will be responsible for:

• Operate low loaders to transport heavy Plant and machinery to / from sites
• Deliver fuel safely to fixed and mobile plant in line with environmental and safety regulations
• Transport stores, materials, and equipment to operational sites
• Operate spray tankers to apply bitumen safely and accurately on freshly laid asphalt/tarmac
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, complete defect reporting, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy
• Ensure correct load securing, handling, and unloading practices
• Handle hazardous materials (fuel and bitumen) safely in accordance with ADR and COSHH regulations.
• Carry out basic vehicle care (cleaning, refuelling, oil/water checks) and maintain cleanliness and organisation of vehicles, fuel storage, and stores equipment

The role of LGV Driver C+E works a varying work pattern and includes excellent remuneration for both overnight and weekend working, which is expected as part of this role.

What we’re looking for

The ideal candidate for the role of LGV Driver C+E (Low Loader) will have Cat C+E licence and a valid Driver CPC qualification as well as driving experience ideally gained within a similar role/industry

Suitable candidates for the role of LGV Driver C+E (Low Loader) will also have:

• Working experience as an HGV Driver C+E (Low Loader)
• Understanding of load security, lifting operations, and Plant machinery types (training provided if required)
• Willingness to learn bitumen spraying operations and gain role-specific certification/training
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight when required for training or operational needs
• Strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental responsibilities, particularly around hot bitumen handling and application
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing priorities
• Good communication skills and a professional approach
• Strong focus on safety and compliance
• Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work
• Open-minded, flexible attitude, willing to learn new skills
• Strong problem-solving and practical thinking skill
• ADR - Carriage of Dangerous Goods certification (advantageous but training provided)
• Knowledge of bitumen handling, heating, and spraying processes
• Mechanical awareness of Plant equipment and heavy vehicles
• ADR Carriage of Dangerous Goods certification for fuel and bitumen transport (advantageou