J Dickinson and Sons Ltd
HGV Class 2 Driver
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We are looking for experienced and proactive Class 2 drivers to expand our team of dedicated staff!
The Role
- To drive our company vehicles in a safe and professional manner
- To collect and deliver various sizes of skips and containers across our local areas
- To complete documented pre-use checks on the vehicle and report any issues identified
- To liaise and communicate effectively with customers, members of the public and various site functions
- To represent the company in an appropriate and professional manner
- To complete the daily work schedule in line with the customer and company objectives
What You Need
- Valid Class 2 category driving licence
- Proven working experience as a HGV driver, with a good driving record and no traffic violations
- Able to work proactively, independently and on own initiative in a fast-paced, high-volume operation
- Previous experience working as a HGV driver in the waste industry would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided if you do not have this
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Reliability, punctuality and good levels of attendance are a must
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The Package
- Starting pay £35,490 per annum
- 48.75 hours per week, Mon to Fri 6.30am-5.15pm
- Alternate Saturdays 7am-12.30pm, paid as extra
- Full training on our vehicles provided, with incremental increases offered on completion of training
- 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising with service
- Health Care Cash Plan, including physiotherapy, dental and optical
- Group Life Insurance cover
- Contributory pension scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Employee Rewards & Benefits Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Referral Programme
- Free skip offered to employees each year
- Full PPE and uniform supplied
- Fantastic company events and perks
Why J. Dickinson & Sons?
J. Dickinson & Sons was established in 1939, and we are proud to continue to serve the community as a family-owned and run business today. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst working to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. We are a fast-paced and entrepreneurial organisation, not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast and performing well in the industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Horwich include our £4.5 million waste processing plant, which allows us to process and separate even more recyclable waste. As a result, we are always looking to expand our team of dedicated staff.
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Our Values
J. Dickinson & Sons welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone.
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