Class 1 Driver (Artics)

Countrystyle Recycling; Borough of Swale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Countrystyle Recycling is seeking a full-time Class 1 Driver(Artics) for their fleet operations at Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne. This permanent role includes driving duties, vehicle checks, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates with new passes are welcome, and various benefits, including life insurance and employee assistance programs, are offered.

Benefits

Life Insurance with access to GP24

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Company Events

GymFlex salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• Good geographic knowledge of London and the South East.
• Ability to work from various depots and operate other vehicles.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and demonstrates teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain communication with the Fleet Office.
• Complete all allocated work and ensure paperwork is accurate.

Skills

Communication skills

Driving skills

Road safety knowledge

Education

Full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence

Valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC)

Job description

Job Title: Class 1 Driver(Artics)

Location: Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR

Salary: £17.22 per hour

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Working Hours: 48 hours including nights out

About Us

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.

About The Role

To drive Company vehicles in a safe and legal manner whilst keeping service levels high and ensuring daily work is completed.

Please note that candidates with new passes will also be considered for this role as well as experienced drivers.

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
• Report all accidents and incidents immediately to your fleet office or the Compliance Team and obtain details as required.
  
  

Essential

About you:

• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Good geographic knowledge of London and the South East
• Excellent driving skills and road safety knowledge
• 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 learn
• Reliable and Trustworthy
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience in the Recycling Industry
  
  

Benefits

• 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
  
  

Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Class 1 LGV Driver, Class 1 Drivers, HGV Class 1 Driver, HGV Driver, Driver, Class I Driver, Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver may also be considered for this role.

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