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HGV Class 1 Driver

Thames Water
Recycling & Waste Management
Recycling & Waste Management
£37,337/Year
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Description

Location
Crossness STW, East London, South East London

Hours
38.5 hours per week, working a rotating shift pattern

Salary
£37,337 per annum

About the Role
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for driving and operating vehicles and plant equipment to deliver the Bio Recycling service efficiently and profitably within Thames Water sites and to external locations. You will enter deliveries into the cake logging system as appropriate. This role involves safely operating vehicles associated with Bio Recycling services, working collaboratively with Thames Water employees across multiple sites to support the efficient delivery of Bio Recycling activities. Full training will be provided along with an excellent benefits package.

Who are we?
Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We are committed to building a better future for our customers, communities, people, and the planet. Join us to make a meaningful difference and help protect the world’s water resources for future generations.

Working at Thames Water
We offer a unique, rewarding, and diverse workplace where every day you can make a difference. You will benefit from meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits. We are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way in your sustainable and successful career with us. We value diversity and inclusion and provide support throughout the recruitment process to ensure everyone feels welcome and supported.

Additional Information
As part of Team Thames, you may have the opportunity to support customers on the frontline as an ambassador, with full training provided. Please note that due to high application volumes, the advert may close earlier than the advertised date, so early application is encouraged.

Requirements

Experience
- Proven experience as a Class 1 HGV Driver is essential for deliveries and plant movements.
- Experience in tipping lorries is beneficial.
- Experience delivering to farms or agricultural sites is desirable.
- Front-end Loader licence holder would be advantageous.

About you
- Must have no more than 6 penalty points and no DR or IN convictions on your licence.
- Demonstrate clear knowledge of Transport Law and the Road Traffic Act.
- Have a working knowledge of Drivers' Hours rules and Working Time regulations.

Qualifications
- Full driver CPC and a valid Driver Tachograph card are required.

Expiry date: 02/12/2025
HGV Class 1 Driver
Company:
Thames Water
Salary:
£37,337
Job Type:
Job
Location:
South East London