Artic Class 1 HGV Driver | South East Routes + Benefits

Countrystyle Recycling Ltd; Newnham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

GP24 access

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric car salary sacrifice

Cycle to work

Company events

Gym

Salary sacrifice

Job summary

Countrystyle Recycling is seeking a Class 1 Artic Driver to join our team. The role focuses on safe, compliant driving, daily collections and deliveries, and maintaining high service standards across depots in the South East and London region.

A full LGV C+E licence with clean record and a DQC are essential. The role requires driving Company vehicles for up to 48 hours per week, with early starts and a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork and professional conduct while representing Countrystyle

Qualifications

• Full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence with <=3 points and no DR/TT in last 5 years.
• Valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC).
• Previous HGV driving experience.
• Good communication and geographic knowledge of London and the South East.
• Reliable and trustworthy; able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles safely and in compliance with legal requirements.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and complete Vehicle Defect sheets.
• Ensure CCTV cameras are functioning before starting work.
• Report defects to Fleet Office and complete paperwork accurately.
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-maintained vehicles.
• Load/unload goods following Safe Working Procedures and Risk Assessments.
• Communicate with Fleet Office and depot teams as needed.

Skills

HGV driving

Communication skills

Road safety knowledge

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

LGV C+E licence (Class 1)

Driver Qualification Card (DQC)

Job description

Countrystyle Recycling is seeking a Class 1 Artic Driver to join our team. The role focuses on safe, compliant driving, daily collections and deliveries, and maintaining high service standards across depots in the South East and London region.

A full LGV C+E licence with clean record and a DQC are essential. The role requires driving Company vehicles for up to 48 hours per week, with early starts and a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork and professional conduct while representing Countrystyle