Specialist HGV Driver

JT Recruit Ltd; Coalville; On-site; GBP 21,352 - 22,730; Part time

Job summary

A public sector client is seeking a qualified HGV Driver to transport waste from Leicestershire County Council’s Recycling and Household Waste Sites to disposal facilities. The role offers a pay rate of £15.50 per hour during training and £16.50 post-qualification. Candidates must hold a valid HGV licence and Driver CPC, with experience in HGVs and waste haulage preferred. Compliance with safety regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with HGVs and waste haulage preferred.
• Familiarity with hook loaders and easy-sheet systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely collect and transport waste using HGV hook loaders.
• Complete daily job schedules efficiently and accurately.
• Carry out vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain clean and fuelled vehicles.
• Wear uniform and PPE at all times.
• Communicate professionally with site staff and the public.
• Follow instructions from Transport Supervisor and Fleet Manager.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Skills

Team player with good communication skills

Flexible and dependable

Presentable and professional appearance

Awareness of HGV driving and waste management regulations

Education

Valid HGV licence

Driver CPC

Loading shovel ticket (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Our public sector client are looking for HGV Drivers to join them on a temporary basis.
Location:Leicestershire

Pay Rate:

• £15.50 per hour (during training)
• £16.50 per hour (post-qualification)

Job Summary:
We’re looking for a qualified and reliable HGV Driver to transport waste from Leicestershire County Council’s Recycling and Household Waste Sites (RHWS) to disposal facilities using hook loader vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely collect and transport waste using HGV hook loaders
• Complete daily job schedules efficiently and accurately
• Carry out vehicle checks and report defects
• Maintain clean and fuelled vehicles
• Wear uniform and PPE at all times
• Communicate professionally with site staff and the public
• Follow instructions from Transport Supervisor and Fleet Manager
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and safety regulations

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Valid HGV licence
• Driver CPC
• Loading shovel ticket (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience with HGVs and waste haulage preferred
• Familiarity with hook loaders and easy-sheet systems

Skills Required:

• Team player with good communication skills
• Flexible and dependable
• Presentable and professional appearance
• Awareness of HGV driving and waste management regulations