HGV Driver Class 2 Refuse Collection

Berry Recruitment Group; Griston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Berry Recruitment Group in Watton, Norfolk, is recruiting for an HGV Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver to join a busy team.

You will carry out daily refuse, recycling and food waste collections, operate vehicles safely, and assist loaders. The role uses in-cab tech and requires real-time paperwork, with duties including vehicle checks and customer service.

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.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily refuse, recycling and food waste collections.
• Operate collection vehicles and machinery safely.
• Assist refuse loaders during 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 defects or issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicles and machinery.
• Follow safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service to the public and road users.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet service levels.

Skills

Valid HGV Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

Good communication

Reliable and self-motivated

Willingness to undertake tasks

Tools

In-cab technology

Mobile devices

Job description

HGV Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver

Location: Brecklands, Watton, IP25

Pay: £15.52 per hour

Duration: Temporary ongoing - 40 hours a week for 12 weeks and then possibility to go permanent

Hours: 05:45am - 14:15pm (hours may differ due to being on task and finish)

Potential: Permanent position available for the right candidate

The Role

We are currently recruiting for HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a busy refuse and recycling collection team in Watton.

You will be responsible for carrying out daily food waste, refuse and recycling collections, working as part of a team to complete routes safely and efficiently.

The role operates on a Task & Finish basis, meaning finish times may vary depending on how quickly the daily route is completed.

Your 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

Requirements

• 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

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010