Location
Leicester

Hours
AM Shift, Monday to Friday (Occasional Saturdays and Bank Holidays)

Salary
£16.87 per hour

About the Role
Are you tired of being away from home for days on end? Are you ready to work for a business that encourages good work-life balance? Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge? If you answered YES, then your golden opportunity awaits.

You might be thinking, “I don’t have waste management experience?” No problem. We offer in-house, on-the-job training and instruction on the various vehicles we operate in our fleet, so your experience as a driver will be utilised and your skills and knowledge base will increase.

Biffa Waste Services has been awarded the British Council 5 Star Safety Award in recognition of our safety standards, reflecting the good working conditions we operate in. We supply all required PPE to ensure your safety.

If you are a team player who offers a flexible work approach and a passion for providing excellent service to our customers, we would be happy to hear from you.

As one of the UK's leading providers for Domestic and Commercial Waste, we run thousands of vehicles across the UK, including our famous fleet of Wasteaters. Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you are a team player looking for an opportunity to improve the lives of millions of people.

Immediate starts are available! Join a fantastic company that values your safety and offers a better work/life balance.

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it, or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. This is a view shared by our 10,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide a career that’s rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion, believing different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.

Experience
Previous LGV Class 2 driving experience is required. Previous skip or bulker driving experience is desirable but not essential.

About you
You must have a strong commitment to health and safety, following all company procedures and safe working practices. Good communication and customer service skills are essential when dealing with customers and colleagues. You should be able to work independently, manage your workload, and follow a planned route. A flexible, reliable approach with good timekeeping is required. You must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and undertake manual handling duties where required.

Qualifications
A valid UK Category C (LGV Class 2) driving licence is essential. A valid Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card are required. You must have a good understanding of drivers’ hours and road transport legislation. A maximum of 6 penalty points on your driving licence, with no current disqualifications, is in line with company policy. The ability to carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly is also necessary.