Details:
- Salary: £14.82 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Coventry West Midlands
- Date: 7 hours ago
Description:
HGV Class 2 Driver
Location: Coventry, CV3 4AR
Pay: £14.82 per hour PAYE / £20.19 per hour UMB
Contract: Temporary Ongoing Contract
Working hours: 37 hours per week, Additional 45 minutes overtime per day for vehicle checks, Monday or Tuesday through to Friday, depending on rota, 4 or 5 working days per week, Multiple shift patterns available, Earliest start times can be 6:00am or 7:00am, depending on weather conditions
7 Positions Available - Immediate starts available following successful driving assessment and interview
Opus People Solutions are currently recruiting for 7 HGV Class 2 Drivers to join Coventry City Council's Environmental Services team on an ongoing temporary basis at Whitley Depot. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Class 2 drivers seeking regular work with competitive pay rates and overtime opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Operate HGV Class 2 vehicles safely and effectively across Coventry and surrounding areas.
Carry out vehicle checks, inspections and defect reporting.
Ensure compliance with driver hours regulations and health and safety standards.
Work closely with supervisors and operational teams to complete daily tasks.
Maintain excellent customer service standards when interacting with residents and stakeholders.
Support waste collection, recycling, highway maintenance and other environmental services operations.
Essential Requirements
Valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV Licence.
Valid Driver CPC qualification.
No more than six penalty points on your licence.
Good professional driving record.
Ability to work safely, meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
Understanding of road transport legislation and health and safety requirements.
PPE provided by Coventry City Council (workers must provide their own safety boots)All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references
If you're an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to secure your place in this ongoing contract with Coventry City Council