Hgv Driver

Belmont Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV Driver (Class II) for Nottingham City Council. Responsibilities include safely operating vehicles, leading a crew, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Applicants must have a valid HGV Class II licence and experience in maintaining vehicle roadworthiness. This is a short-term temporary contract, and flexibility in working hours is required.

Qualifications

• Valid Category C (HGV Class II) licence and Driver Qualification Card (CPC) required.
• Experience in conducting vehicle safety checks.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive HGV Class II vehicles, performing safety checks.
• Lead a small crew and allocate tasks effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Driving HGV Class II vehicles

Conducting vehicle safety checks

Health & Safety compliance

Crew management

Job description

Overview

Belmont Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Driver (Class II) to join Nottingham City Council on a short term temporary contract. This role involves operating heavy goods vehicles safely and efficiently, leading a small crew, and ensuring waste and cleansing services are delivered to a high standard across the city.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate HGV Class II vehicles, carrying out daily safety checks and basic maintenance
• Lead and manage a small crew, allocating tasks and monitoring performance on routes
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and road safety requirements at all times
• Accurately record service delivery and incidents using in-cab technology
• Engage positively with members of the public and represent the Council professionally
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service

Requirements

• Valid Category C (HGV Class II) licence and Driver Qualification Card (CPC) - essential
• Experience conducting vehicle safety checks and maintaining legal roadworthiness
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety procedures and traffic awareness
• Ability to lead, instruct, and support a small operational crew
• Flexible and physically fit, able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and in all weather conditions

Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you