HGV Waste Collection Driver - Immediate Start (Plymouth)

Pertemps; Down Thomas; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate £15.56/h

Overtime/Sundays pay

Immediate starts

Job summary

Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of Plymouth City Council for an HGV Driver to support commercial waste collections and bulky waste services in Plymouth. This temporary position runs for 8 weeks with 37 hours per week, 7.5T to 26T vehicle operation, and a starting pay of £15.56 per hour with overtime at £19.45.

The role involves loading bulky items as required and adhering to Driver CPC and WTD standards while delivering reliable customer service in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• A valid HGV/LGV driving licence relevant to the vehicle category operated.
• A current Driver CPC qualification & valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• No more than 6 penalty points on licence.
• Understanding of driving regulations and working time rules.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate waste collection vehicles (7.5T and 26T).
• Complete commercial and bulky waste collections in Plymouth.
• Load, transport and dispose of waste materials per regulations and procedures.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Maintain records and comply with driving regulations.

Skills

HGV/LGV licence

CPC qualification

Tachograph card

Health and safety

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of Plymouth City Council for an HGV Driver to support commercial waste collections and bulky waste services in Plymouth. This temporary position runs for 8 weeks with 37 hours per week, 7.5T to 26T vehicle operation, and a starting pay of £15.56 per hour with overtime at £19.45.

The role involves loading bulky items as required and adhering to Driver CPC and WTD standards while delivering reliable customer service in a community-focused environment.