HGV Driver Class 2 Refuse Collection

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

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