HGV Driver - Skips in Reading

HGV Driver - Skips in Reading

Reading Full-Time 15.8 - 15.8 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Collard Group Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive HGV vehicles, ensuring safety and compliance while managing daily duties.
  • Company: Join Collard Group Ltd, a leading waste management company with a family-run vibe.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, overtime potential, meal allowances, and generous holiday leave.
  • Other info: Free PPE, parking, and social events await you in this dynamic workplace.
  • Why this job: Make a difference in waste management while developing your skills in a supportive team.
  • Qualifications: Must have a class 2 CPC card, digicard, and driving experience.

The predicted salary is between 15.8 - 15.8 £ per hour.

We are currently seeking to appoint a number of HGV drivers with waste and aggregates experience that have the ability to drive vehicles including skip or sweeper lorries. The successful candidate will be required to undertake daily driving duties whilst complying with all legal obligations and Company procedures/instructions as detailed within Driver Inductions, Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and adhere to all associated Health & Safety requirements.

    Key Responsibilities
  • To always be in a position to legally undertake their driving duties
  • To ensure legal requirements for drivers hours and working time regulations are complied with
  • To ensure their vehicle is roadworthy before and during use.
  • To maintain communication with the traffic office regarding progress of daily work.
  • To complete all relevant paperwork correctly.
  • To report any incidents and accidents immediately to the Transport Team.
  • To always ensure that work is carried out in a responsible and safe manner with no detriment to the Company or its Customers
    The Successful Candidates will:
  • Have a class 2 CPC card and digicard
  • Have previous experience in driving similar vehicles
  • Experience of the waste management or construction industry desirable
  • Attention to detail
  • Be a team player with good communication and customer service skills
    What’s on Offer
  • A competitive basic salary plus overtime potential
  • £5.00 daily meal allowance on full working days. This is tax and NI free so equivalent to an extra 77p per hour on a 9 hour working day.
  • Overtime potential. 1.5x rate for over 45 hours Monday to Friday or on Saturdays
  • Workplace Pension Scheme
  • Life assurance (2 x Salary)
  • Health cash plan
  • 20 days (plus bank holiday)
  • 1 week training and induction programme
  • Free full company branded personal protection equipment (PPE)
  • Free parking
  • Supportive team operating as part a family run business with free company social events

About Collard Group Ltd: Collard Group Ltd is a leading waste management company in Southern England, specializing in demolition services nationwide. With a dedicated team operating from multiple recycling facilities across counties, we process over 1 million tonnes of waste annually. Our commitment to continuous investment ensures we provide top-notch products, services, and solutions for our customers. We offer competitive compensation packages including workplace pension schemes, life assurance, health benefits, generous holiday allowance, free personal protection equipment (PPE), free parking, and opportunities for professional growth within our family-run business. Join us at Collard Group Ltd where we value our employees' development and well-being while delivering excellence in waste management and recycling solutions.

Please note that due to the high volume of applicants received on Indeed, we are unable to respond to all applicants. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, we thank you for your interest but please assume that your application has not been progressed on this occasion.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £15.80 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme
    Experience:
  • Driving: 1 year (preferred)
    Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (required)
  • Driver CPC (required)

Work Location: In person

Collard Group Ltd

Contact Details:

Collard Group Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace HGV Driver - Skips in Reading

HGV Driving
Waste Management Experience
Skip Lorry Operation
Sweeper Lorry Operation
Compliance with Legal Requirements
Health & Safety Awareness
Communication Skills