HGV Driver – Huddersfield (HD1)

H W Martin; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company, part of the Martin Group, is seeking reliable drivers to operate Class 2 vehicles based in Huddersfield. This role involves transporting recyclable materials and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant driving experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to customer service. A competitive salary with opportunities for overtime and additional benefits are offered.

Benefits

22 Days Holiday plus public holidays

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in waste operations and knowledge of local routes.
• At least 2 years driving experience.
• Full driver CPC qualification and digital tacho card.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate Class 2 vehicles for waste management.
• Transport recyclable and waste materials to various locations.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Trustworthiness

Job description

Rate of pay: Competitive + opportunities for overtime

Hours of work:40 hours per week

Additional benefits: 22 Days Holiday plus public holidays, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance.

Location – Premier Waste Recycling, Huddersfield based (HD1)

The Company:

Part of the Martin Group of companies, Premier Waste Recycling are a leading provider of waste management services. With main sites in Leeds and Durham, Premier Waste Recycling have the capability to cover West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire and the Northeast of England.

Due to our commitment to exceptional customer service, we have quickly established ourselves as a partner of choice for a number of reputable clients in a wide range of sectors and industries.

The Role:

The position will be Huddersfield based, however, drivers may be required to work from other company sites.

Duties will include:

• Safely drive and operate Class 2 RCV/Roll on Roll Off/Skip vehicles. The work involves regular manual labour.
• Transporting recyclable and waste materials to various locations.
• Carry out duties in accordance with Company rules, including Health and Safety, at all times.

Applicants should ideally have

• Experience of waste operations and knowledge of route/area.
• At least 2 years driving experience.
• Hold a full driver CPC qualification and digital tacho card.
• Have no more than 6 points on license.

Applicants must be reliable, trustworthy with good communication skills and a polite and professional manner.

The ideal candidate to have a flexible approach to overtime working to meet our customers requirements.

Next Steps:

If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the skills to take on this vital role then please either, submit your CV or complete our online operative application form.

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