LGV 2 Driver

TN United Kingdom; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated LGV Driver to join their team in making a positive impact on the environment. This role involves collecting food waste from various locations, ensuring safe and efficient operations while working outdoors. The ideal candidate enjoys independent work and is committed to quality and safety standards. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this company values different perspectives and backgrounds, creating a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about sustainability and looking for a rewarding driving position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Physically demanding role requiring early starts and outdoor work.
• Ideal for individuals who enjoy working independently.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and emptying food waste wheelie bins.
• Maintaining a safe and efficient driving record.
• Performing additional duties as necessary.

Skills

Class C Licence

Problem-solving skills

Geographical knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

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Start Time: 04:00

Shift: 4 Days (48hrs)

About Keenan Recycling

Keenan Recycling, part of Biffa, provides food waste collection services for businesses including restaurants, hotels, care homes, hospitals, and prisons. We also collect food waste on behalf of waste management companies, brokers, and councils. Using high-end technology, we optimize the use of food waste by transporting it to anaerobic digestion plants, where it is converted into biogas for electricity, heat, or biofuel for transport.

Role Overview: LGV Driver

As an LGV Driver, you will be responsible for collecting and emptying food waste wheelie bins on a multi-collection basis.

This physically demanding role requires early starts, working outdoors in all weather conditions. It is ideal for individuals who enjoy working independently outdoors and want to make a positive impact on the environment and local communities.

Key Duties

1. Multi-collections of food waste wheelie bins
2. Cover weekend work when applicable
3. Perform additional duties as necessary
4. Hold a Class C Licence
5. Maintain a safe and efficient driving record
6. Take ownership of tasks, prioritize effectively, and see them through to completion
7. Apply good problem-solving skills
8. Possess good geographical knowledge
9. Work well within a team

QHSE Responsibilities

Demonstrate a personal commitment to Quality, Health, Safety, and the Environment. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others.

Our Culture

We are committed to inclusion, believing that diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are essential for a creative and effective working environment. We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion to serve our communities and generate the best outcomes for colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.