Driver

Brackenberry; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Authority in Plymouth is seeking a Refuse Driver (HGV) for a 3-month contract, likely to be extended. Your role will involve the safe collection and transportation of waste, requiring a valid HGV licence and adherence to safety regulations. You will be responsible for vehicle checks and supervising collection crews, contributing to an environmentally friendly waste management system.

Qualifications

• Full HGV driving licence required; C+E desirable.
• Digital tachograph card needed.
• Experience in driving HGVs, specifically refuse vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV refuse collection vehicles in accordance with legislation.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and ensure roadworthiness.
• Supervise crew for productivity and safety.

Skills

Health & Safety Awareness

Customer Care

Attention to Detail

Education

Full HGV Category C driving licence

Valid Driver CPC

Functional Skills in English and Maths Level 2

IOSH Working Safely or WAMITAB Level 2

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Plymouthto assist with the appointment of aDriver, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £14.08 - £17.34 per hour

Summary:

As a Refuse Driver (HGV), you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of waste across Plymouth, contributing to a cleaner and greener environment. You will operate a range of specialist HGV vehicles (up to Class 1 and 2) and be responsible for ensuring legal compliance with driving regulations, vehicle safety checks, and on-the-job supervision of collection crews. This role requires high standards of customer care, health and safety awareness, and attention to detail in documentation and waste handling.

Responsibilities:

• Operate HGV refuse collection vehicles safely and in accordance with legislation, Council policies, and environmental regulations.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and ensure roadworthiness, cleanliness, and defect reporting.
• Collect various waste streams (household, recycling, garden, commercial) as per the schedule and respond to unplanned events with minimal supervision.
• Supervise and motivate crew members to maintain productivity, safety, and service quality.
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the public, yourself, and your team during operations.

Requirements:

• Full HGV Category C driving licence (C+E desirable).
• Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).
• Digital tachograph card.
• Functional Skills in English and Maths Level 2 or equivalent.
• Sound understanding of Health & Safety in operational environments.
• Knowledge of waste regulations and safe working procedures.
• IOSH Working Safely or WAMITAB Level 2 (or working towards).
• Proven experience in driving HGVs (including rear steer and refuse vehicles).

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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