HGV Driver-Charnwood

Serco Limited; Easthampstead; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in the UK is seeking HGV Drivers to join their team. This permanent, full-time role involves collecting waste and recycling while serving the community. Ideal candidates will hold a valid HGV Cat C driving licence and a Driver CPC. A strong customer service mindset and a willingness to learn are essential. The position offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, including a pension scheme and 24 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Serco discounts on cinema and online shopping

24 days annual leave

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Cat C driving licence and Driver CPC are mandatory.
• Previous experience in refuse collection is not required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Be the public face of Serco’s Environmental Services team.
• Complete vehicle safety checks and ensure readiness.
• Collect waste and recycling from residential and commercial properties.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

Customer service mindset

Education

Valid HGV Cat C driving licence and Driver CPC

Job description

Overview

Job type: Permanent, full-time. Working Hours: 38 hours per week, Tuesday to Friday 6am–4pm with occasional weekend work and overtime. Salary: £30,117.80 per annum + excellent benefits.

Serco’s Environmental Services provide a complete waste and recycling service on behalf of the residents and community in Charnwood. We have an opportunity for like-minded HGV Drivers to join our team of essential key workers and help us make a positive difference to the environment we all live and work in.

Responsibilities

• Be the public face of Serco’s Environmental Services team in the community.
• Complete vehicle safety checks and ensure your truck is clean and work-ready before starting rounds.
• With your team of Refuse Loaders, set off on a pre-planned route to collect waste and recycling from residential homes and commercial properties.

We are on the front line to keep our community clean, safe and tidy and take pride in our work.

What we offer

• A meaningful and vital role delivering essential services
• A world of opportunity to learn and develop across diverse UK-wide operations
• Supportive, inclusive team environment
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Serco discounts on cinema, Merlin Entertainment, online shopping, mobile plans and leisure centre memberships
• Interesting, varied and enjoyable work
• 24 days annual leave

What we need from you

• Valid HGV Cat C driving licence and Driver CPC
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude; willingness to help Loaders to hit targets
• Flexibility with shift patterns and a strong customer service mindset
• Previous experience in refuse collection or street cleansing is not essential; training will be provided

Why Serco means meaningful work and opportunities to progress, supported by a dedicated management team.