Location: Coventry, CV3 Pay: £13.47 per hour PAYE Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Start: ASAP Contract: Temporary – initially until 26 October 2026 Positions: 3 We are recruiting for 3 Light Vehicle Drivers to support a busy Waste Services team in Coventry with the rollout of a new food waste collection service. This is a hands-on driving role involving the delivery of food waste bins and associated materials to residential properties across the city. You'll be driving a light goods vehicle of up to 3.5 tonnes, so a standard full UK driving licence is required. ## The Role Your day-to-day duties will include: Driving a 3.5-tonne light goods vehicle safely and responsibly Delivering food waste bins and associated materials to residential addresses Loading and unloading bins throughout the working day Following planned delivery routes and schedules Completing delivery records accurately Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects Working to daily delivery targets Dealing politely and professionally with members of the public Following all relevant health and safety procedures Supporting the wider Waste Services team when required The wider Waste Services driver duties include responsibility for vehicle checks, safe operation, documentation and dealing appropriately with residents and members of the public. ## What We're Looking For You must: Hold a full UK driving licence suitable for driving a 3.5-tonne vehicle Have a clean driving licence Be aged 18 or over Be physically fit and comfortable with regular manual handling Be reliable and punctual Be able to work independently and as part of a team Have good communication and customer service skills Be comfortable working outdoors and being active throughout the day Previous delivery driving, logistics, waste or similar operational experience would be useful but isn't essential. ## Working Hours Monday to Thursday: 7.5 hours per day Friday: 7 hours Total: 37 hours per week 30-minute unpaid break each day This would suit someone who enjoys being out on the road rather than sitting behind a desk and doesn't mind a physically active working day. Apply today with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration
Light Vehicle Drivers Waste Services in Coventry employer: Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Lynx Employment Services Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. With a hybrid working model in Northampton, employees benefit from flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that impact the public sector. The company prioritises employee development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within a dynamic legal environment.
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Lynx Employment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
