HGV Refuse Driver

Serco Limited; London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community services company in London is seeking an HGV Refuse & Recycling Driver/Loader to join their Richmond team. You will collect waste and recycling from residential and commercial properties. The role requires a valid Class 1 or 2 driving licence and a commitment to teamwork. Benefits include a competitive salary, 20 days of holidays plus bank holidays, and various health and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

20 days holidays plus bank holidays

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or 2 driving licence & Driver CPC required.
• Must be physically fit and healthy.
• Must show enthusiasm and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Collect waste and recycling from residential homes and commercial properties.
• Complete vehicle safety checks before setting out.
• Be the public face of Serco in the community.

Skills

Team player

Physically fit

Hard working

Tools

Class 1 or 2 driving licence

Driver CPC

Job description

Overview

Location: Twickenham TW2 7SG

Salary: £37,067.85 per annum + excellent benefits

Full Time: 40 hours per week

Working hours: Monday to Friday 6.00am to 2.30pm with occasional Saturday work and Bank Holidays.

Ready to make an impact? As a HGV Refuse & Recycling Driver/Loader in our Richmond team, you'll provide a complete waste and recycling service on behalf of the residents and community in Twickenham. With a professional, dedicated and friendly team of Refuse Collection staff, we ensure that streets, homes and businesses are kept clean, safe and tidy, whilst providing the very best levels of customer service to all members of the community that we serve.

Responsibilities

• You will set off on a pre-planned route as the driver with your team of Loaders, collecting waste and recycling from residential homes and commercial properties.
• You will be the public face of Serco’s Environmental Services team in the community.
• Before setting out on your rounds, you will ensure that your vehicle safety checks are completed and that your truck is clean and work ready.

Requirements

• Hold a valid Class 1 or 2 driving licence & Driver CPC
• Hard working
• Physically fit and healthy due to the nature of the business
• Hold plenty of enthusiasm and a big smile
• Be willing to go the extra mile whilst on your rounds to enable your team to hit their targets
• Team player

Benefits and Development

• Holidays: 20 days plus bank holidays
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Training and development: A wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
• Health and wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers
• ShareSave scheme: Ability to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of savings period
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks for support and community
• Charity: Paid volunteering day each year and payroll giving scheme options