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Job Description
We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Plymouth to assist with the appointment of a Driver on a 3-month contract highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: 14.08 - 17.34 per hour
Summary:
As a Refuse Driver (HGV) you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of waste across Plymouth contributing to a cleaner and greener environment. You will operate a range of specialist HGV vehicles (up to Class 1 and 2) and be responsible for ensuring legal compliance with driving regulations vehicle safety checks and on-the-job supervision of collection crews. This role requires high standards of customer care health and safety awareness and attention to detail in documentation and waste handling.
Responsibilities:
- Operate HGV refuse collection vehicles safely and in accordance with legislation Council policies and environmental regulations.
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and ensure roadworthiness cleanliness and defect reporting.
- Collect various waste streams (household recycling garden commercial) as per the schedule and respond to unplanned events with minimal supervision.
- Supervise and motivate crew members to maintain productivity safety and service quality.
- Ensure the health safety and welfare of the public yourself and your team during operations.
Requirements:
- Full HGV Category C driving licence (CE desirable).
- Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).
- Digital tachograph card.
- Functional Skills in English and Maths Level 2 or equivalent.
- Sound understanding of Health & Safety in operational environments.
- Knowledge of waste regulations and safe working procedures.
- IOSH Working Safely or WAMITAB Level 2 (or working towards).
- Proven experience in driving HGVs (including rear steer and refuse vehicles).
Please note:
- You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
- You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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Employment Type
Full Time
