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HGV Refuse Driver

Thrive Group
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 4 days
Location

Oldham, Lancashire OL4, England

Salary

£14.75 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Thrive Group Oldham is looking for HGV Refuse Drivers to serve the local authority in the Oldham area.
  • The position requires a Class 2 HGV Licence (CAT C), CPC, and Digi-Tacho, with previous waste/refuse experience preferred but not essential.
  • Drivers will be responsible for providing a safe and efficient refuse collection service, including recycling activities, in various weather conditions.
  • The job offers a pay rate of £14.75 per hour, with working hours from 7.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday.
  • Candidates should possess strong awareness of their surroundings, as the role involves stop-start driving in tight spaces.

Thrive Group Oldham are seeking HGV Refuse Drivers to work for the local authority in and around the Oldham area.

You will be based from their Oldham depot and required to drive around the Oldham Borough with a team. You will be required to provide, in a safe and effective manner, quality and efficient Refuse Collection Service including all recycling collection activities, in all weather conditions.

Rate of pay: £14.75 per hour
Hours: 7.00am - 5.00pm. Monday - Friday
Location: Oldham and all surrounding areas

Purpose of the job

You will be required to provide, in a safe and effective manner, quality and efficient Refuse Collection Service including all recycling collection activities, in all weather conditions.

The type of driving is very different to many other driving roles. This is stop-start driving, where you must be very aware of your surroundings, as working often in tight spaces/areas. You will be required to manoeuvre the vehicle around other parked vehicles safely and cautiously, being aware of pedestrians and members of the public.

Duties to include but not limited to:

  • Undertaking vehicle checks each morning and reporting any defects.
  • Operating the power mechanism.
  • Supervising duties and responsible for the crew.
  • Working as part of a team.
  • Ensuring that the highest level of customer care is maintained.

Requirements:

Must hold a Class 2 HGV Licence (CAT C) a CPC and Digi-Tacho
Knowledge of the current transport regulations
Ability to demonstrate the highest level of professionalism
Polite and friendly manner at all times
Ability to drive in all weather conditions
Lead by example
Previous Waste/Refuse experience preferred, but not essential - Training will be provided on the job

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