HGV Driver / Labourer

Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Stirling, is currently looking to recruit a HGV Driver / Labourer for an ongoing contract on a rate of £16.49 per hour PAYE. The hours for this role will be 37 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and assist in the removal of domestic and trade refuse, in conjunction with routines scheduled on a daily basis.
• Lead and assist in the removal of special uplifts and bulky items.
• Lead and assist in the uplift of recyclable materials, in conjunction with routine schedules on a daily basis.
• Ensure the safe operation of all vehicles and equipment used and ensure that all daily safety checks and routine cleaning are carried out as and when required.
• Drive and operate HGV, associated vehicles and operate plant and equipment including the required daily servicing and routine maintenance checks (for example oil and water).
• Supervise crew members and monitor the execution of duties.
• Complete all records and related paperwork, including transfer/consignment notes and the operation of vehicle weighing systems (including weigh ticket documentation, record material movements, haulage details and other associated documentation).
• Ensure health and safety procedures are adhered to at all times, and that all risk assessments, COSHH assessments, management instructions, method statements and policies are followed and complied with.
• Undertake other such duties and responsibilities that may be reasonably required by the service.

Essential Skills:

• Valid Class 2 Licence
• Experience of driving HGV vehicles
• Experience of manual handling
• Experience of operating refuse collection vehicles
• Experience of supervising a team
• Knowledge of the waste industry
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work outdoors in all weathers
• Ability to follow set tasks
• Ability to prioritise own workload and delegate to others

Desirable Skills:

• Health and Safety qualifications/Training.
• First Aid qualification/Training
• Experience of working outdoors.
• Experience of dealing with members of the public.

If you would like to hear more about these opportunities please get in touch.
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