Class 2 Waste and Cleansing Driver Grade E
Job Location:
Nottingham - UK
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Job Summary
- Induction Date: 3rd August candidates must be available to start on this date.
- Candidates unable to attend the induction on 3rd August should not apply.
- Telephone interviews will be held at an allocated timeslot.
- Operate HGV Class 2 vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections and roadworthiness checks.
- Report vehicle defects promptly.
- Maintain compliance with road traffic legislation and Council procedures.
- Operate vehicles responsibly and professionally.
- Lead and support a small operational crew.
- Allocate work and provide daily instructions.
- Monitor crew performance and productivity.
- Promote safe working practices at all times.
- Ensure work is completed to service standards and schedules.
- Deliver environmental services efficiently and safely.
- Complete daily routes within service requirements.
- Respond to operational issues and escalate concerns where required.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation and procedures.
- Promote safe systems of work in public and traffic environments.
- Report accidents incidents hazards and near misses.
- Protect the safety of colleagues residents and members of the public.
- Communicate professionally with residents and service users.
- Handle enquiries courteously and effectively.
- Represent the Council positively within the community.
- Maintain high standards of customer care.
- Use in-cab systems and associated software to record service delivery.
- Record incidents defects missed collections and operational information.
- Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
- Valid Category C (HGV Class 2) Driving Licence.
- Driver CPC Qualification.
- Digital Tachograph Card.
- Knowledge of road traffic legislation and safe driving practices.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements.
- Knowledge of vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.
- Understanding of customer service principles.
- Experience driving HGV Class 2 vehicles.
- Experience carrying out vehicle safety checks.
- Experience in waste management environmental services logistics or similar operational environments.
- Experience supervising or leading small teams.
- Previous local authority experience.
- Experience operating refuse collection vehicles.
- Experience using fleet management or in-cab technology systems.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to motivate and coordinate operational teams.
- Excellent health and safety awareness.
- Good problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Reliable flexible and professional approach.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Orange High-Visibility Trousers
- Orange High-Visibility T-Shirt
- Orange High-Visibility Jumper
- Orange High-Visibility Coat
- Orange High-Visibility Waterproofs
- This is a 3-month temporary contract.
- Rate: 20.21 per hour (Umbrella).
- Location: Eastcroft Nottingham.
- Working Hours: 2:00pm 10:00pm.
- Pay is provided on a bi-weekly basis.
- Induction on 3rd August is mandatory.
- Valid Class 2 Licence CPC and Tachograph Card are essential.
- Previous local authority or environmental services experience is highly desirable.
Required Skills:
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Class 2 (Category C) Driving Licence. Valid Driver CPC Qualification. Digital Tachograph Card. Knowledge Essential Understanding of road safety and driving regulations. Awareness of Health & Safety requirements. Understanding of manual handling principles. Experience Essential Previous experience driving Class 2 vehicles. Experience working within waste collection environmental services logistics or a similar operational environment. Experience working as part of a team. Desirable Previous local authority or waste management experience. Experience driving refuse collection vehicles. Skills & Competencies Essential Safe and responsible driving skills. Good communication and teamwork skills. Ability to undertake physically demanding work. Reliable and punctual approach to work. Ability to work efficiently under pressure. Strong awareness of health and safety requirements. Additional Information This is a 2-month temporary contract Rate: 22.33 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Harrogate Working Hours: Tuesday to Friday 6:00am 4:45pm Pay is provided on a bi-weekly basis Class 2 Licence CPC and Digital Tachograph Card are essential Ability to assist with loading bins is required Previous waste management or local authority experience is highly desirable
