Driver Class 2

JB Recycling; Washington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Refuse Collections Driver to manage refuse collection routes, ensuring timely service and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have experience driving Class 2 vehicles and possess relevant driving qualifications. The role includes handling daily paperwork and adapting to varying driving conditions. This full-time position offers a pay rate of £13.99 per hour, with the potential for overtime.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience driving in Class 2 vehicles.
• Working knowledge of UK driving regulations.
• Ability to complete daily defect reporting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Transport and deliver material to customers.
• Complete daily timesheets for all jobs.
• Report any delays and accidents immediately.

Skills

Commercial driving regulations knowledge

Vehicle safety and control systems

Education

Valid Driving Licence

Driver CPC card

Driver Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Refuse Collections Driver - Class 2

Main Role: Working on the company Refuse Collection rounds, ensuring all customers' wheelie bin services/company daily routes are carried out successfully, and that any issues are recorded and reported to the Transport Office immediately.

Overview of responsibilities

• Transport and deliver material to and from customers by applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and roads in the area.
• Drive to and from designated locations, verify loads, use correct paperwork, and adhere to UK driving rules and regulations.
• Perform the daily defect reporting procedure, inspecting the vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions before and after use.
• Ensure paperwork is completed correctly for loads collected and delivered.
• Adapt driving to varying conditions such as heavy traffic and inclement weather.
• Operate equipment in all types of weather and conditions.
• Report all accidents and incidents involving driver or company equipment.
• Promptly report any delays due to breakdowns, weather or traffic conditions; contact the planner if you are at any site more than 30 minutes late.
• Fully complete an accurate daily timesheet for all jobs completed.
• Complete allocated work in a timely fashion in the order given.
• Wear correct PPE in line with company and customer requirements.
• Follow all Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments.
• Comply with the site rules of all visited sites, including J&B's.
• Carry out reasonable requests.

Requirements

• 2 years' experience driving in the appropriate vehicle type (Class 2).
• Valid Driving Licence, Driver CPC card and Driver Digital Tachograph Card.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems as well as Department of Transport regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance.

Working pattern: Monday - Friday, 5:00 - approx. 16:00. 40 hours per week + overtime when required. Rate of pay - £13.99 per hour, overtime paid at time and a half.