Class 1 Driver (Artic)

Countrystyle Recycling Limited; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Wellbeing programme

Cycle to work

GymFlex

Job summary

Countrystyle Recycling Limited is seeking an experienced HGV driver to safely operate company vehicles across London and the South East. You will perform daily checks, manage tachographs and complete all paperwork in a timely manner while delivering high‑quality service to customers.

The role requires a valid LGV C+E licence with minimal penalty points, a DQC, and a professional, team‑oriented approach. On‑site work with potential changes across depots and uniform attire are expected.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Knowledge of London and the South East.
• Excellent driving skills and road safety knowledge.
• Previous HGV driving experience.
• Full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence with ≤3 penalty points and no DR/TT in last 5 years.
• Valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC).
• Positive and respectful attitude to others.
• Teamwork and supporting others.
• Versatility and willingness to learn; reliable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Complete all daily vehicle checks and fill out the Vehicle Defect sheet.
• Ensure CCTV cameras are functioning and inward-facing cameras face the driver where fitted.
• Report defects (tyres, etc.) to Fleet Office.
• Complete all allocated work within the day to schedule.
• Submit paperwork correctly and on time.
• Maintain regular communication with the Fleet Office and report incidents.
• Be courteous and professional when representing the company to customers.
• Refuel vehicles on return to yard or depot as required.
• Present Tachograph card for weekly downloading.
• Debrief with Fleet Office and prepare for next day’s work.

Skills

Good communication

Geographic knowledge of London and the

Excellent driving skills

Previous HGV driving experience

LGV C+E licence

Driver Qualification Card

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

The purpose of the role is to drive company vehicles safely, responsibly and in full compliance with all legal requirements, while maintaining high service standards and ensuring all daily collections, deliveries and operational tasks are completed efficiently, professionally and to schedule.

Responsibilities

• Complete all daily vehicle checks and fill out the designated Vehicle Defect sheet at the start and end of each shift.
• Ensure all CCTV cameras are working on your vehicle before commencing your daily work and where fitted, ensure inward-facing cameras face the driver.
• Report all defects including tyre issues to Fleet Office.
• Complete all allocated work within the working day.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and submitted in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular communication with the Fleet Office and report any issues/incidents immediately.
• As a customer facing representative of the Company behave in a polite and professional manner at all times.
• Fill vehicles with fuel on return to yard at end of the day or on your return journey to your depot.
• Present Tachograph card for downloading on a weekly basis.
• Report to the Fleet Office at the end of the day for de-briefing and advice on following day's work.
• Ensure all loads are safely secured and that there is no risk of waste or debris falling from your vehicle trailer or container whilst it is on the public highway.
• Ensure your vehicle (and where appropriate trailer) is kept in a safe, serviceable and clean condition.
• Load and unload the vehicle adhering to Safe Working Procedures and Risk Assessments.
• Work from other depots within the group and operate other vehicles when required.
• Wear Countrystyle Recycling Uniform at all times and correct PPE required when collecting or delivering to customer and other Countrystyle operated sites.
• Grease fifth wheel plate regularly (Artics Only)
• Report all accidents and incidents immediately to your fleet office or the Compliance Team and obtain details as required.
• Staff have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work.
• Staff must co-operate, report unsafe conditions and comply with the company management systems and safe systems of work as well as co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements.

Essential

• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Good geographic knowledge of London and the South East
• Excellent driving skills and road safety knowledge
• Previous HGV driving experience
• Full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence with no more than 3 penalty points and no DR or TT points in the last five years.
• A valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC)
• Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude to others
• Demonstrate teamwork and support of others
• Versatility and willingness to learnReliable and Trustworthy

Desirable

• Previous experience in the Recycling Industry

Countrystyle Recycling are proud to operate the largest independent fleet of modern waste management vehicles in Kent, London and the South East. Our fleet vehicles include dustcarts, skip trucks, hook loaders and bulk haulage lorries.

• Life Insurance with access to GP24
• Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company Events
• GymFlex salary sacrifice

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Class 1, Driver, HGV Driver, Artic Class 1 Driver, HGV Class 1, Artic Logistics Driver, Delivery Driver may also be considered for this role.

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