HGV Class 2 Driver

J Dickinson & Sons; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care cash plan

Group life insurance

Pension scheme

Rewards & benefits scheme

Long service awards

Employee assistance programme

Employee referral programme

Free skip for employees

PPE & uniform provided

Company events

Job summary

J Dickinson & Sons is seeking experienced and proactive Class 2 drivers to join our Bolton team. You will drive company vehicles safely, collect and deliver skips across local areas, and complete daily pre-use checks with professionalism.

We offer a guaranteed basic from £35,490 per annum, wage increases after probation, 48.75 hours per week (Mon–Fri 6.30am–5.15pm) with alternate Saturdays, 28 days leave, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare, life cover and training.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 driving licence.
• Proven experience as an HGV driver with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work proactively, independently in a fast-paced operation.
• Experience in waste industry is advantageous; training provided if not.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliability, punctuality and attendance are essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles safely and professionally.
• Collect and deliver skips and containers locally.
• Complete pre-use checks and report issues.
• Liaise with customers and site staff.
• Represent the company professionally.
• Complete daily work schedule according to customer and company objectives.

Skills

Class 2 Licence

HGV Driver Experience

Independent worker

Communication skills

Job description

We are looking for experienced and proactive Class 2 drivers to expand our team of dedicated staff!

The role

• to drive our company vehicles in a safe and professional manner
• to collect and deliver various sizes of skips and containers across our local areas
• to complete documented pre-use checks on the vehicle and report any issues identified
• to liaise and communicate effectively with customers, members of the public and various site functions
• to represent the company in an appropriate and professional manner
• to complete the daily work schedule in line with the customer and company objectives

What you need

• valid Class 2 category driving licence
• proven working experience as a HGV driver, with a good driving record and no traffic violations
• able to work proactively, independently and on own initiative in a fast-paced, high-volume operation
• previous experience working as a HGV driver in the waste industry would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided if you do not have this
• good written and verbal communication skills
• reliability, punctuality and good levels of attendance are a must
• Basic from £35,490 per annum, increasing after probation
• 48.75 hours per week, Mon to Fri 6.30am-5.15pm
• Alternate Saturdays 7am-12.30pm, paid extra
• Full training on our vehicles provided, with incremental pay increases offered on completion of each element of training
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising with service
• Health Care Cash Plan, including physiotherapy, dental and optical
• Group Life Insurance cover
• Contributory pension scheme, with matched contribution increases
• Employee Rewards & Benefits Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Programme
• Free skip offered to employees each year
• Full PPE and uniform supplied
• Lots of fantastic company events and perks

Why J. Dickinson & Sons?

J. Dickinson & Sons was established in 1939, and we are proud to continue to serve the community as a family-owned and run business today. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst working to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. We are a fast-paced and entrepreneurial organisation, not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast and performing well in the industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Horwich include our £4.5 million waste processing plant, which allows us to process and separate even more recyclable waste. As a result, we are always looking to expand our team of dedicated staff.

Our values

J. Dickinson & Sons welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone.