Drivers

NWH Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing training

Uniform and PPE provided

Employee Benefit Scheme

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Experienced HGV Driver for Class 2 Sweepers (Left Hand Drive). The successful candidate will operate road sweepers, adhere to health & safety standards, and perform vehicle checks. Candidates must hold a Class 2 HGV licence with no more than 6 points, valid CPC, and Digital Tacho Card. The role offers a competitive salary of £13.91 per hour, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have left hand sweeper experience.
• No more than 6 points on your licence.
• Experience in operating road sweepers.

Responsibilities

• Operate a road sweeper to clean streets and construction sites.
• Follow daily schedules for sweeping routes.
• Carry out vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain accurate logs and paperwork.

Skills

Sweeper experience

Commitment to high standards

Education

Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence

Valid CPC

Digital Tacho Card

Job description

Experienced HGV Driver- Class 2 Sweepers (Left Hand Drive)

Role: Class 2 HGV Driver- Sweepers (Left Hand Drive)

Location: Newcastle

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU MUST HAVE SWEEPER EXPERIENCE!

Rate of Pay: £13.91 per hour

Who Are We?

The NWH Group is one of the UK’s leading recycling and waste management businesses with a mission to change our industry for the benefit of the planet. As a progressive, second-generation family business, we provide waste management services to the industrial, commercial, and construction industries. Our team of over 350 employees operates across ten sites in Scotland and North East England.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Class 2 HGV Sweeper Driver, you will play a key role in our operations by:

Operating a road sweeper to clean streets, depots, construction sites, and other areas

Following daily schedules to complete all sweeping routes efficiently

Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptly

Keeping accurate logs and paperwork for vehicle use and completed jobs

Following all health & safety procedures and road safety regulations

What Are We Looking For?

For this role you must have left hand sweeper experience

A full, valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence.

No more than 6 points on your licence

Valid CPC and Digital Tacho Card.

A great attitude and commitment to performing the job to the highest standard.

What’s In It For You?

Weekly pay with a competitive salary.

Ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.

Uniform and PPE provided.

Employee Benefit Scheme

Be part of a company committed to sustainability, safety, and employee support.

Come as You Are

The NWH Group is an equal opportunities employer. We value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles, and circumstances. All employees are covered by this policy, and it applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, training, deployment, career development, and promotion. These areas are monitored, and policies and practices are amended if necessary to ensure that no unfair or unlawful discrimination, intentional, unintentional, direct or indirect, overt or latent exists.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements, please submit your application by emailing [e-mail]

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