At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles and provide essential waste services in Coventry.
- Company: Join a busy Environmental Services operation with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Earn £14.82 per hour PAYE, with overtime opportunities and regular hours.
- Other info: Immediate start available with ongoing work and potential for extra shifts.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while enjoying a stable driving role.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 2 licence and good driving record required.
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.
HGV2 Driver 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.
Contact Details:
Lynx Employment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
