7.5 tonne / HGV 2 Driver

Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for a number of HGV / LGV 2 srivers to join their team. This is initially a 3 monthcontract which may be extended for the right candidate

You will

To collect domestic recycling/refuse - responsibly and efficiently from properties throughout the district on a previously specified and agreed route weekly. 

To drive and operate refuse/recycling vehicle. 

To clean vehicle body and cab once per week minimum  To act in accordance with the Council Work Practices and to represent the Council in an appropriate manner at all times. 

To following Health and Safety Work Practices as outlined in the Health and Safety manual. 

To take responsibility for the vehicles and equipment issued, reporting any defects that may affect the vehicles roadworthiness, or the equipments effectiveness. 

To complete the drivers’ hours book on a daily basis and submit these weekly to the Services Manager  To provide waste minimisation by not disposing of domestic refuse when collecting organic waste. 

Educating the general public in the correct methods available for the disposal of refuse/recycling.  Emptying of contents of refuse/recycling vehicle (tipping at landfill site). 

To ensure fuel purchase cards assigned to individual named drivers, are used in accordance with Council’s Financial Regulations.

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35