HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver - 40h, Temp-to-Perm

Berry Recruitment Group; Swaffham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Berry Recruitment Group is hiring for an HGV Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver in Watton. You will join a busy team to collect food waste, refuse and recycling on a daily route, following a task-and-finish approach with variable finish times.

The role requires a valid HGV Class 2 licence, Driver CPC, and good communication. You will work around 40 hours per week at £15.52 per hour, with potential progression to permanent placement for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence.
• No more than 6 penalty points.
• Valid Driver CPC.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable and self-motivated.
• Willing to undertake a variety of tasks.
• Willingness to assist refuse loaders as part of the collection team.
• Previous refuse/recycling experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily refuse, recycling and food waste collections
• Operate collection vehicles and associated machinery safely
• Assist refuse loaders while out on your rounds
• Use in-cab technology and mobile devices as required
• Complete relevant paperwork and records in real time
• Carry out daily vehicle and machinery checks
• Report any defects or issues
• Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles and machinery
• Follow safe lifting and handling procedures
• Maintain excellent customer service when dealing with members of the public and other road users
• Work effectively as part of a team to complete routes within the required service levels

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

Communication skills

Reliability

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Willingness to multitask

Experience in refuse/recycling

In-cab technology

Tools

In-cab devices

Job description

Berry Recruitment Group is hiring for an HGV Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver in Watton. You will join a busy team to collect food waste, refuse and recycling on a daily route, following a task-and-finish approach with variable finish times.

The role requires a valid HGV Class 2 licence, Driver CPC, and good communication. You will work around 40 hours per week at £15.52 per hour, with potential progression to permanent placement for the right candidate.