At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles, ensuring safe operations and completing daily inspections.
- Company: Join a busy Environmental Services team in Coventry making a difference.
- Benefits: Earn £14.82 per hour PAYE, with overtime opportunities and regular hours.
- Other info: Great opportunity for ongoing work with potential for career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of essential services while enjoying a hands-on driving role.
- Qualifications: Must hold a valid HGV Class 2 licence and have a good driving record.
The predicted salary is between 14.82 - 14.82 £ per hour.
Location: Coventry CV3
Pay: £14.82 per hour PAYE / £20.19 per hour Umbrella
Hours: 37 hours per week + 45 minutes per day overtime for vehicle checks
Contract: Temporary initially 3 months, ongoing
Start: ASAP
Working Pattern: 45 days per week, Monday/Tuesday to Friday depending on rota
Start Times: From approximately 7:00am, with some 6:00am starts depending on weather
Positions Available: 5
We are recruiting 5 experienced HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a busy Environmental Services operation in Coventry. This is a hands-on driving role providing essential services across Coventry and surrounding areas. Duties can include waste and recycling collections, highway sweeping and drainage operations.
The Role
- Driving and safely operating Class 2 HGV vehicles.
- Completing daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
- Reporting vehicle defects and completing relevant documentation.
- Ensuring allocated rounds and daily work are completed.
- Working safely alongside operational crews.
- Following road transport and Health & Safety regulations.
- Monitoring vehicle weights and drivers' hours.
- Reporting accidents, near misses and operational issues.
- Providing a professional and courteous service to members of the public.
- Following disposal-site procedures and Safe Systems of Work.
Essential Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 2 / Category C licence.
- Driver CPC.
- No more than 6 penalty points on their licence.
- A good professional driving record.
- Good knowledge of road transport legislation.
- Experience manoeuvring HGV vehicles safely, including in confined spaces.
- Good understanding of operational Health & Safety.
- Ability to work to daily targets and remain calm when working under pressure.
Pre-Employment Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete a DVLA licence check and Driver's Declaration, with one recent employment reference required. Candidates will also need to pass a driving assessment and informal interview. Safety boots must be provided by the driver. All other required PPE will be supplied.
This is a great opportunity for Class 2 drivers looking for regular hours, ongoing work and the potential for additional overtime. Apply now for immediate consideration.
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