Location: Coventry – CV3
Pay: £14.82 per hour PAYE / £20.19 per hour Umbrella
Hours: 37 hours per week + 45 minutes per day overtime for vehicle checks
Contract: Temporary – initially 3 months, ongoing
Start: ASAP
Working Pattern: 4–5 days per week, Monday/Tuesday to Friday depending on rota
Start Times: From approximately 7:00am, with some 6:00am starts depending on weather
Positions Available: 5
We are recruiting 5 experienced HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a busy Environmental Services operation in Coventry.
This is a hands-on driving role providing essential services across Coventry and surrounding areas. Duties can include waste and recycling collections, highway sweeping and drainage operations.
## The Role
Your duties will include:
Driving and safely operating Class 2 HGV vehicles.
Completing daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
Reporting vehicle defects and completing relevant documentation.
Ensuring allocated rounds and daily work are completed.
Working safely alongside operational crews.
Following road transport and Health & Safety regulations.
Monitoring vehicle weights and drivers' hours.
Reporting accidents, near misses and operational issues.
Providing a professional and courteous service to members of the public.
Following disposal-site procedures and Safe Systems of Work.
## Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
Valid HGV Class 2 / Category C licence.
Driver CPC.
No more than 6 penalty points on their licence.
A good professional driving record.
Good knowledge of road transport legislation.
Experience manoeuvring HGV vehicles safely, including in confined spaces.
Good understanding of operational Health & Safety.
Ability to work to daily targets and remain calm when working under pressure.
## Pre-Employment Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete a DVLA licence check and Driver's Declaration, with one recent employment reference required. Candidates will also need to pass a driving assessment and informal interview.
Safety boots must be provided by the driver. All other required PPE will be supplied.
This is a great opportunity for Class 2 drivers looking for regular hours, ongoing work and the potential for additional overtime.
Apply now for immediate consideration
