HGV Driver Grade E

HGV Class 2 Driver / Team Leader 3 Month Contract

Location: Eastcroft Nottingham

Rate: 20.21 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: Temporary (3 Months)

Working Hours: 2:00pm 10:00pm

Pay: Bi-weekly

Important Information

• 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 allocated timeslots.
  

Job Description

Summary

This 3-month contract role involves operating HGV Class 2 vehicles and supporting the delivery of frontline environmental services. The successful candidate will ensure the safe operation of heavy goods vehicles oversee daily route activities support crew performance and maintain high standards of safety customer service and operational efficiency. You will represent the Council positively while collaborating with collection crews supervisors residents and service users.

Key Responsibilities

• Vehicle Operation
  • Safely operate HGV Class 2 vehicles in compliance with road traffic legislation and Council procedures.
    
  • Conduct daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
    
  • Ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and compliant at all times.
    
  • Promptly report defects and vehicle issues.
    
• Crew Leadership
  • Lead and support operational crews during daily service delivery.
    
  • Allocate tasks and provide work instructions.
    
  • Monitor performance and ensure routes are completed efficiently.
    
  • Promote teamwork and safe working practices.
    
• Health & Safety
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and operational procedures.
    
  • Promote safe systems of work in traffic and public environments.
    
  • Report accidents incidents hazards and near misses.
    
  • Ensure the safety of crew members residents and the public.
    
• Service Delivery
  • Support the efficient delivery of environmental and waste collection services.
    
  • Monitor route progress and address operational issues.
    
  • Ensure services are completed to agreed standards and timescales.
    
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and service quality.
    
• Technology & Record Keeping
  • Use in-cab systems and associated software to record service activities.
    
  • Record incidents missed collections defects and operational information.
    
  • Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
    
• Customer Service
  • Represent the Council professionally at all times.
    
  • Communicate effectively with residents and members of the public.
    
  • Respond appropriately to enquiries and service requests.
    
  • Promote a positive image of the service.
    

Requirements

Requirements:

• Qualifications
  • Valid Category C (HGV Class 2) Licence.
    
  • Driver CPC Qualification Card.
    
  • Digital Tachograph Card.
    
• Knowledge
  • Knowledge of road traffic legislation and safe driving practices.
    
  • Understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
    
  • Understanding of vehicle inspection and compliance requirements.
    
  • Awareness of customer service principles.
    
• Experience
  • Experience driving HGV Class 2 vehicles.
    
  • Experience undertaking vehicle safety checks.
    
  • Experience working within waste collection environmental services logistics or similar operational environments.
    
  • Experience leading or coordinating small teams.
    
  • Desirable: Previous local authority or environmental services experience and experience operating in-cab technology and route management systems.
    
• Skills & Competencies
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
    
  • Ability to supervise and motivate a crew.
    
  • Excellent health and safety awareness.
    
  • Good problem-solving skills.
    
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet service deadlines.
    
  • Good customer service skills.
    
  • Reliable flexible and professional approach to work.
    

PPE Requirements

The following PPE must be supplied and worn by the candidate:

• Orange High-Visibility Trousers
  
• Orange High-Visibility T-Shirt
  
• Orange High-Visibility Jumper
  
• Orange High-Visibility Coat
  
• Orange High-Visibility Waterproof Clothing
  

Boots and gloves will be provided by the client.

Additional Information

• 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.
  
• Valid HGV Class 2 Licence and CPC are essential.
  
• Induction date is 3rd August and attendance is mandatory.
  
• Ability to work evenings weekends and in all weather conditions is 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

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1