Class 2 Driver (Trade Waste) – PM Shift

Location:

Sittingbourne (ME9) – Kent, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

Up to £17.79 per hour

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

Bluetownonline Ltd

Job ID:

131550304

Posted On: 

30 January 2025

Job Title: Class 2 Driver (Trade Waste) – PM Shift

Location: Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR

Salary: GBP17.79 per hour

Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Hours: Monday – Friday 48hr (approximately 2pm start time) you may be required to work overtime on Saturdays

About Us:

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.

Duties and 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:

* 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:

* Previous experience driving dustcarts
* Work within the waste management industry

Benefits:

* Life Insurance with access to GP24
* Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
* Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
* Cycle to work scheme
* Company Events
* GymFlex salary sacrifice

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Heavy Vehicle Operator, Commercial Truck Driver, Medium-Rig Driver, Transport Driver (Class 2), and Freight Delivery Driver (Class 2) may also be considered.

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