HGV Driver (Class 2)
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Description
3-Month Contract with a local authority
Umbrella Rate: £19.55 per hour umbrella
Summary
- We are seeking a dedicated Class 2 HGV Driver to provide safe, high-quality waste collection and recycling services. You will operate authorised vehicles, oversee team activities, perform vehicle inspections, and deliver excellent customer service while working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Operate Class 2 HGV vehicles safely, including waste collection, recycling, and navigating confined spaces with precision.
- Conduct daily pre- and post-vehicle inspections, clean assigned vehicles, report defects to Fleet, and ensure maximum vehicle weights are not exceeded.
- Use iPads/mobile technology to access routes, log heavy/contaminated bins, and complete required digital documentation.
- Ensure the correct use of reversing assistants, inform loaders of vehicle movements, and oversee team activities to ensure tasks are performed safely.
- Monitor driving hours via domestic regulations or tachograph and comply with disposal site rules and all road transport legislation.
- Maintain productive relationships with the public, politely addressing inquiries and acting appropriately to avoid conflict.
Experience
- A good track record of professional driving with the ability to meet daily targets within set timescales.
- Experience working in a physically demanding role (working in all weather conditions).
- Previous experience loading a dust cart or knowledge of waste collection vehicles (training will be provided).
Qualifications
- Hold a valid Class 2 HGV driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
- Maintain a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
- Ability to pass an Occupational Health driving medical assessment and an initial driving assessment.
- Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to take instructions and use mobile technology (iPads).
Additional Information
- Working hours: 40 hours per week (Food waste shifts: Mon-Fri 6.30am-3.30pm. Other services: Tue-Fri 6.30am-5pm.
- Class 2 HGV driving licence required.
- We work on a biweekly payment schedule.
- This is an onsite role based in Whitley Depot.
- 3 months contract with possible extension.