Location
Leicester, United Kingdom (LE4 2BN)

Hours
Tuesday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary
£15.68 per hour

About the Role
Working as part of a crew, you will drive LGV waste collection vehicles, collecting and emptying bins, boxes and bags from householders and carrying out street cleansing activities such as sweeping and litter picking. This role is ideal if you enjoy working outdoors, using your own initiative and leading teams. You will play an important part in making a difference to the local environment and communities.

At Biffa, you will receive on-the-job training with our in-house team and gain access to Biffa Perkz, offering high street discounts for you and your family. We are proud of our pioneering family-friendly policies and our commitment to changing the way people think about waste. With over 100 years of history, Biffa’s iconic red trucks and containers are a familiar sight across the UK. Whether turning waste into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it, or keeping streets clean, every day is an opportunity to improve lives.

We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion, believing that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a creative and effective working environment that reflects our communities and delivers the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders. Our values of Teamwork, Fairness and Respect guide everything we do.

Experience
Valid LGV/HGV Class 2 (Category C) driving licence
Valid Driver CPC / Driver Qualification Card
Good understanding of road safety and vehicle safety
Ability to complete daily vehicle checks and report defects
Good knowledge of drivers' hours and tachograph requirements
Ability to safely manoeuvre and operate a large rigid vehicle

About you
Good communication and customer service skills
Strong awareness of health & safety procedures
Reliable, responsible and able to work well within a team environment

Qualifications
Valid LGV/HGV Class 2 driving licence and Driver CPC qualification are essential

Benefits
Company pension scheme
Access to a wide range of discounts at popular high street stores, supermarkets, restaurants and online retailers
Cycle to Work scheme
Dental care benefits
Access to doctor and healthcare services
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
And many more