At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles for waste and recycling collection across Bristol.
- Company: Join a vital team supporting Bristol's waste management services.
- Benefits: Earn £17.27 per hour, with overtime pay and potential for permanent employment.
- Other info: Flexible working across various sites with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while gaining valuable driving experience.
- Qualifications: Valid Class 2 licence and previous driving experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 17.27 - 17.27 £ per hour.
We're recruiting HGV Class 2 Driver/Loaders for ongoing, full-time work supporting waste and recycling collection services across Bristol.
Location: Avonmouth & Albert Road, with flexibility to work across other sites in Bristol as required
Duration: Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment
Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm (39 hours per week)
Pay: £17.27 per hour
Overtime: After 39 hours & Saturdays: 1.5x; Sundays & Bank Holidays: 2x
The Role: As an HGV Class 2 Driver/Loader, you'll play a key role in delivering essential waste and recycling services across Bristol. You'll safely operate a range of Class 2 vehicles, work closely with your crew to complete scheduled collection routes, and ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely drive and operate HGV Class 2 refuse and recycling vehicles in accordance with road traffic legislation and company procedures.
- Complete scheduled refuse, recycling, garden waste and commercial waste collection routes efficiently and safely.
- Assist with the loading, unloading and collection of waste and recycling materials when required.
- Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections, report defects promptly and ensure vehicles remain roadworthy.
- Complete all required paperwork and electronic records accurately, including vehicle checks and route information.
- Follow planned routes while adapting to operational changes as directed by supervisors.
- Maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring the correct use of PPE and safe working practices at all times.
- Work flexibly across different operational sites and services to meet business needs.
- Communicate professionally with colleagues, supervisors and members of the public, providing excellent customer service.
- Keep vehicles and equipment clean, secure and in good working order.
- Support the wider operations team with other reasonable duties as required.
Requirements:
- Valid Category C (Class 2) Driving Licence
- Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Previous HGV Class 2 driving experience is preferred.
- Good understanding of driver hours, tachograph regulations and vehicle safety checks.
- Comfortable carrying out physical, outdoor work in all weather conditions.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team with a flexible approach.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to safe working practices.
If interested please click apply online or contact Pertemps Bristol driving department.
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