LGV Class 2 Refuse Driver

XP Recruitment Ltd; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site parking

Job summary

XP Recruitment Ltd is seeking a reliable LGV Class 2 Refuse Driver to join our collections team in the Wellingborough area. You will drive a LGV Class 2 Refuse vehicle and support the team collecting household waste from homes in East Northamptonshire.

Starts at 6am, 37 hours per week with bank holiday overtime at double time. You must be fit, a good team player, and capable of dealing with the public when needed.

Qualifications

• Valid LGV 2 licence with a maximum of 6 points.
• No previous experience is required but references covering previous work is essential.
• Excellent driving skills with attention to detail as driving in residential areas.
• Ability to operate vehicles safely under various road conditions.
• Good communication skills to liaise effectively with depot and team members.
• Physical fitness to handle loading tasks when required.
• A commitment to safety standards and adherence to all legal regulations related to commercial driving.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate LGV Class 2 Refuse vehicle.
• Ensure all collections are completed accurately and on schedule, adhering to route plans and schedules.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any mechanical issues promptly.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies during operations.
• Communicate effectively with the depot regarding collection times and any unforeseen delays.
• Occasionally assist with loading when necessary, ensuring proper handling techniques are used.

Skills

LGV2 licence

Clean driving

Team player

Physical fitness

Communication

Job description

We are seeking professional and reliable LGV Class 2 Refuse Drivers to join our collections teams in Wellingborough area. Successful candidates will be driving an LGV Class 2 Refuse vehicle and support the other members of the team collecting binned household waste from homes in the East Northamptonshire area. With a 6 am start and an early pm finish, the hours are fixed at 37 per week. Double time is payable on Bank Holidays. You must be physically fit and able to work as part of a team. Good inter personal skills are important as from time to time you may well be interacting with the public.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate LGV Class 2 Refuse vehicle
• Ensure all collections are completed accurately and on schedule, adhering to route plans and schedules.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any mechanical issues promptly..
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies during operations.
• Communicate effectively with the depot regarding collection times and any unforeseen delays.
• Occasionally assist with loading when necessary, ensuring proper handling techniques are used.

Requirements

• Valid LGV 2 licence with a maximum of 6 points
• No previous experience is required but references covering previous work is essential
• Excellent driving skills with attention to detail as driving in residential areas
• Ability to operate vehicles safely under various road conditions.
• Good communication skills to liaise effectively with depot and team members.
• Physical fitness to handle loading tasks when required.
• A commitment to safety standards and adherence to all legal regulations related to commercial driving.

These are ongoing roles, and we have had candidates who have subsequently been taken on perm.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Free parking
• On-site parking