Class 1 Lead Driver Operative

Job Introduction

As TPA approaches its 25-year anniversary, we are expanding our driver team to support continued growth. TPA are a trusted UK provider of flexible access solutions, delivering temporary roadways and rail access for infrastructure, construction, and events projects nationwide.

We are seeking confident Class 1 drivers to join our team in a role that involves working away Monday-Friday, delivering and installing temporary roadway solutions alongside a Portable Roadway Operative. Experience in a similar role or operating a lorry-mounted crane/loader is beneficial, though full training is provided. You'll be equipped with a modern fleet featuring onboard welfare facilities, high-quality tools, seasonal PPE, and all necessary hygiene products making your environment as comfortable as possible and a home from home.

This is a hands-on role offering responsibility, variety, and strong development opportunities beyond driving alone.

Key Responsibilities

Safely load, transport, install, and recover equipment and hire fleet
Inspect, maintain and clean vehicles, trailers, cranes, and all equipment
Carry out daily risk assessments and checks before operations
Coordinate with customers, Stock Controller, and Logistics on schedules, site plans, and requirements
Provide customer familiarisation of equipment as needed
Confirm daily panel movements and process all dispatches/collections through M42 system
Identify, count and record damaged or missing items; ensure no excess materials remain on site
Complete daily driver checks and report all vehicle incidents, accidents, or damage
Perform daily and weekly stock checks of vehicles, tools, panels, and accessories
Log deliveries, recoveries and site checks on tickets signed by the customer
Drive using driver cards as per DVSA regulations
Maintain and submit all legal and company paperwork accurately and on time

What We're Looking For

HGV C+E licence (Class 1) - Essential
Experience in similar role
Comfortable with the physical installation phase of the role (training provided)
Current valid CPC Training Card
Experience of using a lorry loaded crane (Hiab etc.)
Working away Monday-Friday, a flexible approach to working hours - Essential
Trustworthy, physically capable individuals comfortable of managing off-site operations
Being an integral part of a two-person team, comfortable sharing the cab night and day
Willingness to deliver a high level of customer service
Displays a 'can do' attitude, solving problems that are encountered
Must live within a commutable distance from the Lesmahagow depot

What We Can Offer You

Starting Salary £43,250 plus industry leading package
Average OTE £50,000 including performance bonus
Plus, industry leading Night Out allowances worth an extra circa £4500
Developmental salary structure depending on Licence held and experience
Fully funded Class 1 training for Class 2 drivers
Role training for the right individual
Salary sacrifice pension
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (increasing year on year up to a max of 28)
Additional holiday purchase scheme
Free Tool Hire
Life Assurance cover 3x salary
Share save scheme
Eye care vouchers
Recommend a friend scheme (£500 for any successful referral)
Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
Cycle to work scheme
Long service recognition
My Vp discounts - a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
Discounts on HP products
EE mobile contract discount offers (up to 20% off)
Gym discounts
Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP Service
Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline - free joining

A Little Bit About Us

TPA Portable Roadways is one of Europe's leading and fastest growing providers of temporary access solutions. Our teams support the essential industries defining Britain's future, including key Government infrastructure projects, transmission, power, renewable energy, water, rail, and construction. When you join us, you're not just starting a job; you're helping to build and maintain the infrastructure that shapes the nation's future.

Our roles are hands on, varied and genuinely meaningful. You'll help deliver adaptable access systems for major national projects, working with equipment designed for challenging environments. Safety, training, and support are built into everything we do, giving you the confidence to grow and succeed.

We're trusted by industry leaders for our quality, innovation unrivalled service, and commitment to sustainability. Our products and services ensure site operations are safe, designed to protect natural environments and ensure our customers projects stay 'on track'.

If you want a career where your work matters, that provides you with a platform to develop new skills and contribute to projects that power and connect communities, TPA is the place to build your future.

Explore our opportunities and join a team proud to support Britain's infrastructure.

TPA is proud member of the Vp group of companies, Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our business, and we recruit based on skills and experience.
Class 1 Lead Driver Operative
Salary £43,250
Frequency Annual
Job Reference vpplc/TP/362/1566
Contract Type Permanent (Full-Time)
Working Hours 48
Closing Date 24 March, 2026
Job Category Field Based
Business Unit TPA
Location Lesmahagow, United Kingdom
Posted on 23 January, 2026