7.5t Driver

SALARY: £31,998.50 per annum 

HOURS: 39 per week, Monday - Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm 

LOCATION: Days Road Depot

About Bristol Waste Company

At Bristol Waste Company, what we do matters. We keep Bristol and the surrounding areas clean, safe and moving. Working in partnership with the council, we support the city’s sustainability goals while delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services. Our commercial operations are growing, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to grow with us.

Purpose of the role:

We are looking for dedicated candidate to drive company vehicles safely, load, transport and unload waste and recycling materials according to agreed customer requirements, Bristol Waste Company procedures and all external legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• To drive/operate vehicles and equipment in accordance with company safety procedures and legal requirements. As required by the company in accordance with the valid licence, experience, and training for that vehicle/equipment
• Responsible to ensure route completion and tasks are completed to Bristol Waste Company’s required standards
• Tipping of vehicle at designated and approved refuse facility and loading and unloading waste materials in accordance with Bristol Waste Company’s policy, procedures, training and legal requirements, complying with all health and safety requirements
• To use mobile IT equipment and to complete daily paperwork as appropriate
• Undertake any training/instruction required to carry out these duties and deemed necessary to fulfil the role
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of vehicles and equipment to a high standard, including daily vehicle checks on any vehicle driven
• To deal with colleagues, customers and other external personnel in a polite, responsible and professional manner
• To remain in contact with your supervisor and office staff and be responsive to operational needs and to aid Commercial growth through close relationships with sales staff and reporting back any opportunities for growth
• To work flexibly between locations, including Avonmouth and Albert Road Depot, to provide operational cover across the services of bin delivery and to carry out all other tasks deemed reasonable
• To comply with all Bristol Waste Company reporting procedures

 Essential Requirements for the Role:

• Must hold a 7.5t licence, CPC and Digital Drivers Card
• Experience or ability to undertake regular vehicle checks including oil, water and battery levels
• Experience or ability to demonstrate suitability for physical work involving pushing/pulling waste bins and lifting recycling boxes up to 25kg
• The ability to understand and complete daily defect sheets
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and to use own initiative
• The ability to work well within a small team
• The ability to use IT systems
• Demonstrable flexible approach to work assignments

Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme
• £200 employee referral bonus
• Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes
• Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
• Employee recognition awards and long service awards

Everyone Belongs

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and ensure fair and equal consideration for all candidates.

How to Apply

Apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Contact:
Talent Acquisition Team

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0117 440 6676