LGV Driver – Waste Collection

TN United Kingdom; Andover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated LGV Drivers for Waste Collection in Hampshire. This role involves overseeing a waste collection team, ensuring timely completion of daily rounds, and operating collection vehicles. Ideal candidates will possess an LGV Class C License and Driver CPC, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. If you're enthusiastic and motivated to make a difference in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a rewarding environment where your contributions truly matter!

Qualifications

• Must possess LGV Class C License and Driver CPC.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee waste collection team to ensure daily rounds are completed.
• Drive and operate the waste collection vehicle for designated routes.
• Complete relevant records and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Skills

Good oral and written English communication skills

Ability to work alone

Ability to work as a team member

Flexibility to undertake different tasks

Good self-presentation

Ability to establish good working relationships

Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Diplomatic and tactful

Ability to use own initiative

Willingness to undertake outdoor work

Education

LGV Class C License

DQC (Driver CPC)

Job description

Cradlefin Consultants are recruiting for LGV Drivers – Waste Collection to work in Hampshire covering Andover and Romsey working Mondays to Fridays. Rate: £14.21 per hour.

Job Responsibilities:

• To oversee and take charge of the waste collection team to ensure that the daily round is completed within expected timescales.
• To carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects in accordance with current procedure to ensure that the waste collection vehicle is maintained and legal to be driven on the road.
• To drive and/or operate the waste collection vehicle allocated for the day’s work to collect waste from designated collection points, or as instructed. This may include loading duties.
• To complete all relevant records (paper based or digital) legibly and in a timely fashion, as requested by the supervisor. This includes the completion of round report sheets, drivers’ logbooks and defect reporting books.
• To clean the exterior and interior of the vehicle when the need arises.
• To work with other team members to ensure the commitments of the service are met.

Person Specifications:

• Ability to work alone for long periods in working day, or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to undertake different tasks in various locations from day to day.
• Ability to establish a good working relationship with a range of people.
• Good oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work in physically demanding job.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Relate well to the public.
• Good self-presentation.
• Able and willing to take individual responsibility for work and daily priorities.
• Able to work as a team member.
• Diplomatic and tactful.
• Able to use own initiative.
• Willing to undertake outdoor work in all weathers.
• LGV Class C License
• DQC (Driver CPC)

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and let’s start the conversation.