Hgv 2 Driver

Stride Recruitment is actively recruiting an ongoing or temp‑to‑perm HGV 2 Collections Driver to work out of our client’s Environmental depot located in Suffolk, IP14 5AT. Rates start at £16.59 and overtime at £24.89 per hour over 37.5 hours, with immediate induction available.

Core Details

• Shift: 6:00 am to 3:30 pm daily, Monday through Friday.
• Overtime: 1.5× rate over 37.5 hours or 7.5 hours across a 5‑day week; Sunday and Bank Holiday double time.
• Contract: Ongoing with weekly PAYE payment and opportunity for permanent employment after six months.

Core Duties

• Carry out refuse and recycling collections daily, applying all required machinery skills and knowledge.
• Undertake all duties professionally, using safe lifting and handling techniques appropriate to the items being removed.
• Use in‑cab technology and mobile devices as directed.
• Complete relevant paperwork in real time.
• Carry out daily inspections and reporting for machinery and vehicles, before and after use.
• Ensure the cleanliness of machinery and vehicles.
• Maintain excellent customer and client relations, particularly with members of the public and other motor users.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 driving licence (with no more than 6 points).
• Driver CPC.
• Willingness to assist refuse loaders during rounds to help the team meet the service level agreement.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated and proactive.
• Willingness to undertake additional tasks.
• Clean driving licence desirable for all staff.

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