Skip Driver - Milton Keynes - Class 2

Mick George Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 1,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in the United Kingdom seeks Class 2 Drivers to join their team. In this role, you'll be responsible for transporting skips to business and residential areas, ensuring vehicle safety and excellent customer service. You will earn up to £41,000 per annum with bonus potential and work from Monday to Friday with overtime opportunities. Join a supportive and successful family-run business committed to career development and employee well-being.

Benefits

NEST Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on gym and cycling to work

Recognition scheme

Long-service rewards

Qualifications

• Valid Category C (class 2) driving license required.
• Digital Tachograph Card essential.
• Driver Qualification Card (CPC) needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport skips to/from business and residential areas.
• Load/unload skips ensuring safe operation.
• Perform vehicle checks and report defects.
• Follow road safety regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform customer service.
• Support ad-hoc duties as necessary.

Skills

Geographical knowledge

Customer service

Vehicle maintenance

Secure load management

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Driver Qualification Card (CPC)

Job description

Due to continued growth, we are seeking Class 2 Drivers to join our expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a career within a successful, forward-thinking business. As a Skip driver you will be collecting and/or delivering skips to business and residential areas within an hour of your site.

• Transport skips to and from business & residential areas, waste transfer stations and depots.
• Load and unload skips using the truck's hydraulics, ensuring correct positioning and safe operation.
• Perform pre and post shift vehicle checks, including regular walk around inspections and report any defects found.
• Follow all road safety rules, including the Highway Code, Road Traffic Act and complying with driving regulations such as the Working Time Directive and Drivers Hours.
• Secure all loads correctly and ensure they meet weight and safety requirements.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and deliver excellent customer service.
• Drive safely and efficiently with strong geographical knowledge.
• Support the team with any ad-hoc duties as required.
• Valid Category C (class 2) driving license
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Driver Qualification Card (CPC)

The Mick George Group is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. The company seeks to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community at large and values the individual's contribution irrespective of sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin.

• Hourly rate: Starting wage at £15.40 per hour, earning up to £41,000 per annum (based on a 50-hour week).
• Bonus: Bonus potential of a minimum £2,600 per annum, based on performance and attendance.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, starting between 6-7am finishing up to 6pm. Occasional Saturday shifts (6am-1pm). Average 50 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime.
• Training: Full internal training provided to support you in your role.
• Career Development: Excellent opportunities to progress across different areas of the business.
• Work Environment: Join a successful family-run business where you'll be supported by friendly, experienced colleagues and a strong team culture.
• NEST Pension operated via salary sacrifice
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Multi-Discount platform
• Company issued PPE
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym discount
• Fortnightly or Monthly pay options
• Modern fleet
• Recognition scheme
• No nights out
• Long-service rewards
• Partnership with Inform Mortgages (Including complimentary will-writing support, free mortgage advice & other financial services)