Job Title: Class 2 Driver (Trade Waste)

Location: Ridham, Sittingbourne, Kent

Salary: £17.79 per hour

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 48hr Average Mon Sat Approximately 3am Start time

Countrystyle is a dynamic, privately owned resource management and waste recycling business. With a track record of spotting opportunities, understanding the market and driving innovative solutions, we deliver a reliable service which reduces the impact on the environment of our clients' waste, whilst creating cost-effective and reliable waste management outcomes which encourage a greener business acumen.

About the role:

To drive Company dustcarts for the collection and emptying of customer waste bins and sacks.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete all daily vehicle checks and fill out the Vehicle Defect sheet at the start and end of each shift
Ensure all CCTV cameras are functional and inward-facing cameras are positioned correctly before starting work
Report defects, including tyre issues, to the Fleet Office
Complete all assigned tasks within the working day
Submit all paperwork accurately and on time
Maintain regular communication with the Fleet Office, reporting any issues or incidents immediately
Refuel vehicles upon returning to the yard or depot
Attend end-of-day debriefing with the Fleet Office for advice on the next day's work
Secure all loads to prevent waste or debris from falling during transit
Wear the required PPE when collecting or delivering to customers and Countrystyle sites
Report all accidents and incidents immediately to the Fleet Office or Compliance Team and obtain necessary details
Take responsibility for your own health and safety and that of others
Cooperate with company management systems, report unsafe conditions, and comply with safe work practices and legal requirements

About you:

Essential Requirements:

Good communication skills
Ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines
Customer Service skills
2 years HGV driving experience
HGV Class 2 licence
Current CPC and digi-tacho

Desirable Requirements:

Previous experience driving dustcarts
Work within the waste management industry

Benefits:

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
GymFlex salary sacrifice
Life Insurance and access to GP 24
Company events
Cycle to work scheme
Investment in career development

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Overseas candidates will NOT be considered for this role. We are not sponsoring Visas at this time, so please refrain from applying unless eligible to work in the UK.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job title of; Class 2, Driver, HGV Driver, HGV Class 2 Driver, HGV Class 2, Logistics Driver, Transport Coordinator, Transport Driver, Delivery Driver, Trade Wate Driver, Trade Wate Operative, Transport Driver, Dustcart Driver, Recycling Driver may also be considered for this role.