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Kenect Recruitment Ltd; Watton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenect Recruitment Ltd is seeking a committed HGV driver (Class 2) for local food waste collections in Watton. You will operate a waste Collection vehicle and work with a small crew to complete rounds efficiently and safely.

Applicants must hold UK Category C, Driver CPC and tachograph card; previous waste collection experience is preferred. The role offers ongoing work with potential permanent placement for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Full UK Category C (Class 2) licence is required.
• Valid Driver CPC and tachograph card.
• Experience with waste collection vehicles is preferred.
• Good time management and physical fitness.

Responsibilities

• Drive and manoeuvre heavy goods vehicles along pre-planned local collection rounds.
• Lead loaders and assist with manual collection as needed.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report faults.
• Log contaminated bins and respond to resident inquiries.
• Represent the company in a professional, reliable manner.

Skills

Driving

Crew supervision

Public-facing

Education

Full UK Category C (Class 2) HGV licence

Driver CPC

Digital tachograph card

Job description

Hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 14.15, 40 hours per week

(hours may differ due to being on task and finish)

There is a possibility for permanent job after for the right person

Role overview

New HGV drivers for food waste and collections

Responsibilities:

Vehicle Operation: Drive and manoeuvre heavy goods vehicles (Class 2 / Category C) along pre-planned local collection round.

Crew Supervision: Lead and work alongside a small team of loaders, assisting with manual collection, emptying food waste caddies, or loading at the back of the truck when required

Safety & Compliance: Conduct daily vehicle walk-around inspections, report mechanical defects, and adhere strictly to road traffic and health & safety regulations

Quality Control: Identify and log contaminated bins or uncollected waste according to council or company procedures

Customer Service: Act as a public-facing representative, handling resident enquiries and delivering a dependable service

Requirements:

Licence: Full UK Category C (Class 2) HGV driving licence.

Credentials: Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) card and digital tachograph card.

Experience: Prior driving experience with large or refuse collection vehicles in public areas; waste management background is preferred.

Attributes: Good time management, physical fitness for an active role involving loading support, and strong local area knowledge