Tipper Driver

FCC Environment; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Training & progression

Refer a friend

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance programme

Best Doctors service

Job summary

FCC Environment in Lincoln is recruiting a Tipper Driver to transport Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) between sites. You will drive a tipper up to 32 tonnes, perform daily checks, and manage weighbridge paperwork.

The role requires a valid Category C licence and a digital tachograph card, with 45 hours per week and flexible start times between 4:00am and 6:00pm. We offer 20 days of annual leave plus holidays, on‑the‑job training, and benefits including cycle to work and wellbeing services.

Qualifications

• Valid Category C driving licence and CPC training.
• Digital tachograph card is required.
• Ability to work safely and follow health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive a tipper vehicle up to 32 tonnes gross vehicle weight.
• Transport IBA between FCC Environment sites and Whisby Landfill.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Complete paperwork at start and end of each shift.
• Collect and submit weighbridge tickets and documentation.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness inside and out.
• Liaise with site management and operations teams.
• Assist with other duties during outages or non-driving periods.

Skills

Independent worker

Health & safety aware

Education

Category C driving licence

Tools

Digital tachograph card

CPC training 35 hours

Job description

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Hourly Rate – £14.67

Hours – 45 hours per week, flexible hours between 4:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday

Location & Postcode – Lincoln, Paving Way, LN6 3QW

As a Tipper Driver at FCC Environment, you will be responsible for transporting Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) between North Hykeham Energy from Waste Facility, Eastcroft Energy from Waste Facility and Whisby Landfill. You will ensure all loads are transported safely and efficiently while maintaining high standards of health and safety and vehicle compliance.

This vacancy is for a full-time position, working 5 days per week.

Our promise to you

• 20 days' annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
• On-the-job training and progression
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Drive a tipper vehicle up to 32 tonnes gross vehicle weight
• Transport IBA between FCC Environment sites and Whisby Landfill
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly
• Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately at the start and end of each shift
• Collect and submit weighbridge tickets and associated documentation
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness inside and out
• Follow all health and safety procedures at loading and tipping points
• Liaise with site management and operational teams across FCC Environment locations
• Assist with other operational duties during outages or non-driving periods

What are we looking for?

• Valid Category C driving licence
• Valid digital tachograph card
• Completion of 35 hours CPC training
• Reliable and trustworthy approach to work
• Ability to work independently and use your own initiative
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements
• Previous tipper or HGV driving experience is desirable

About Us

We are FCC Environment, one of the nation's leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

We operate over 200 facilities in England, Scotland and Wales and employ around 4,500 people.

The profile of the UK's recycling and waste management industry has never been higher. We need people who are up for the challenge to help us tackle climate change. We need people with ideas. We need you. Together we will meet the UK's waste management and energy recovery needs.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment.