HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver

Sure Start Staff Limited; Bolton; Sur place; GBP 30 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sure Start Staff is recruiting an HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver for Bolton. Role combines driving an RCV with loading duties. Pay is £14.77/hr when driving and £13.45/hr for loading; hours Mon-Fri, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, with bank holidays.

Must be prepared to assist loading and to work outdoors in all weather. Experience in refuse collection is a plus but not essential. The successful candidate will join a busy environmental services team in Bolton, be safety-conscious, reliable and punctual, and pass

Qualifications

• Valid UK Category C (Class 2) driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum of 6 months' consecutive HGV driving experience.
• Willingness to undertake both driving and loading duties.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious as part of a team.

Responsabilités

• Safely operate an HGV Class 2 refuse collection vehicle (RCV/bin lorry).
• Collect household, recycling and commercial waste per schedule.
• Assist loading duties when required.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Follow health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Work with colleagues to ensure timely collections.
• Maintain professional conduct when dealing with the public.

Connaissances

HGV driving

Driving licence C

Driver CPC

Tachograph card

6 months experience

Loading duties

Outdoor work

Team player

Description du poste

HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver – Bolton

Location: Bolton, BL1

Pay Rate: £14.77 per hour when driving | £13.45 per hour when loading

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, including bank holidays.

(Flexibility around start and finish times may be required to meet operational and business needs)

Job Description

Sure Start Staff is currently recruiting HGV Class 2 Refuse Drivers to work for a local authority client in the Environmental Services sector in Bolton.

This is an excellent opportunity for reliable, safety-conscious drivers to join a busy refuse collection team. Previous Refuse Collection Vehicle (RCV) experience would be an advantage, but is not essential. Candidates must have a minimum of 6 months' consecutive HGV driving experience.

Please note: This is a combined driving and loading role. All drivers must be willing to assist the refuse collection team with loading duties when required.

On some occasions, drivers may be asked to undertake loading duties instead of driving and will be paid the loading rate of £13.45 per hour for the time spent loading.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate an HGV Class 2 refuse collection vehicle (RCV/bin lorry).
• Collect household, recycling and commercial waste in line with scheduled routes.
• Assist the refuse collection team with loading duties when required.
• Complete daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects promptly.
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure collections are completed efficiently.
• Maintain a professional and courteous approach when dealing with members of the public.

Essential Requirements

• Valid UK Category C (Class 2) driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum of 6 months' consecutive HGV driving experience.
• Willingness to undertake both driving and loading duties.
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, safety-conscious and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable: Previous Refuse Collection Vehicle (RCV) or refuse collection experience. Training may be provided where appropriate.

Application Requirements

We will only consider candidates who meet the essential licence and experience requirements. Please ensure your CV clearly details your HGV driving experience, including dates and relevant duties.

Successful applicants will also be required to provide:

• Two work references covering the last two years.
• Proof of relevant driving licences and qualifications.