Class 2 Driver/groundworker

Posting date:	09 February 2026
Salary:	£15.00 to £17.00 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	11 March 2026
Location:	Walsall, West Midlands, WS9 8SR
Company:	The Best Connection Group Limited
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JN -112025-15869_1770637720

Summary

Job Opportunity: Class 2 Driver / Groundworker - HIAB Training Available

Aldridge, Walsall

We're looking for a Class 2 Driver / Groundworker to join our construction and installation team. HIAB experience is NOT essential - full training will be provided for the right candidate.

This is a hands-on site-based role, ideal for someone with experience in highways, civils, utilities, water works, or major infrastructure who understands physical site work and isn't afraid of manual labour.

This is not just a driving job - you'll be working on-site alongside the installation team.

Pay Rate

£15.00-£17.00 per hour (depending on experience)

HIAB training and certification provided for suitable candidates.

The Role

You'll transport equipment and materials to sites nationwide and assist with the installation and removal of street furniture such as bus shelters and digital advertising screens.

This role involves manual labour including digging, lifting, breaking out, and groundwork.

• Nationwide travel required
• Regular overnight stays (accommodation & reasonable expenses provided)
• Full-time, permanent PAYE position (initial trial period applies)

Key Responsibilities

• Driving HGV Class 2 vehicles in line with legislation
• Loading, unloading, and securing materials and plant
• Groundworks including digging, breaking out, lifting, and site preparation
• Assisting with installations and removals on live sites
• Working in live highway environments
• Operating HIAB equipment once trained and certified
• Daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
• Maintaining high safety and housekeeping standards

Requirements

Essential:

• Full UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid Driver CPC & Digital Tachograph card
• CSCS card
• Experience in highways, civils, utilities, water works, or similar site environments
• Comfortable with physically demanding groundwork and manual labour
• Willing to work away from home when required
• Reliable, hard-working, and team-oriented

Highly Desirable (but not essential):

• HIAB / ALLMI certification (training available)
• NRSWA accreditation
• Experience on major infrastructure projects (e.g., HS2)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.