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Guidant Global are recruiting Class 2 Refuse Collection Drivers for the Brighton and Hove Council to cover Brighton and the surrounding areas. This is a long-term position and does require commitment on your part.
Shift times: Monday to Friday, 06.00-Finish. Occasional weekend days will be required, particularly during peak summer seasons and around Bank Holidays
Pay: £16.26 per hour
Job role:
- Responsible for driving a Class 2 vehicle and operating the machinery for the refuse loading
- Taking responsibility for the safety of your team
- Reporting any issues to the Transport team, including vehicle and machinery concerns and faults, missed collection reasons and any issues encountered on the route
- Collecting and emptying commercial and residential waste and recycling refuse bins
- Happy to load when requirements dictate, requiring coverage on foot of long distances
- Guiding the driver in crowded areas and through tight situations
- Attending training as required to remain compliant with Health and Safety regulations
- Comply with regular DVLA checks
- Adherence to all regulations
A site induction and full training of the job role will be provided with familiarisation of the local areas.
Requirements:
- A full and valid Class 2 LGV/HGV vehicle licence
- Have no more than 6 points on your licence
- Valid digital tacho card
- Valid CPC card
- Have a minimum of one years' experience driving a class 2 vehicle in the UK
- Being personable as you will be working amongst the local community
- Able to lift heavy objects, including pushing and pulling refuse and recycling bins
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Previous experience of driving a refuse lorry is preferred but not essential. Own transport preferred due to the shift start and finish times.
For further information and to register your interest in the position, please submit your CV or contact Holly on .
Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
