LGV Class 2 Driver & Loader – Outdoor Waste Crew Lead

Biffa Group; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Discounts at high street stores

Cycle to Work scheme

Dental care

Access to doctor and healthcare

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job summary

Biffa Group is hiring an LGV Driver Loader in St Austell to operate LGV waste collection vehicles, collecting and unloading bins, boxes and bags from residents and contributing to street cleansing tasks. The role involves leading teams and working outdoors, using initiative to improve local environments.

Training is provided in-house, and the position offers a practical outdoor role with a strong community impact and opportunities within a long-standing UK waste services company.

Qualifications

• Valid LGV/HGV Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC / Driver Qualification Card.
• Good understanding of road safety and vehicle safety.
• Ability to complete daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Good knowledge of drivers' hours and tachograph requirements.
• Ability to safely manoeuvre and operate a large rigid vehicle.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Good awareness of health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive LGV waste collection vehicles and collect/empty bins, boxes and bags from households.
• Carry out street cleansing activities such as sweeping and litter picking.
• Lead teams and work outdoors, using your own initiative to make a difference to the local environment.

Skills

LGV driving

Leadership

Customer service

Health & safety

Job description

Biffa Group is hiring an LGV Driver Loader in St Austell to operate LGV waste collection vehicles, collecting and unloading bins, boxes and bags from residents and contributing to street cleansing tasks. The role involves leading teams and working outdoors, using initiative to improve local environments.

Training is provided in-house, and the position offers a practical outdoor role with a strong community impact and opportunities within a long-standing UK waste services company.