HGV2 Driver
Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Location: Coventry – CV3 Pay: £14.82 per hour PAYE / £20.19 per hour Umbrella Hours: 37 hours per week + 45 minutes per day overtime for vehicle checks Contract: Temporary – initially 3 months, ongoing Start: ASAP Working Pattern: 4–5 days per week, Monday/Tuesday to Friday depending on rota Start Times: From approximately 7:00am, with some 6:00am starts depending on weather Positions Available: 5
We are recruiting 5 experienced HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a busy Environmental Services operation in Coventry.
This is a hands-on driving role providing essential services across Coventry and surrounding areas. Duties can include waste and recycling collections, highway sweeping and drainage operations.
## The Role
Your duties will include:
- Driving and safely operating Class 2 HGV vehicles.
- Completing daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
- Reporting vehicle defects and completing relevant documentation.
- Ensuring allocated rounds and daily work are completed.
- Working safely alongside operational crews.
- Following road transport and Health & Safety regulations.
- Monitoring vehicle weights and drivers' hours.
- Reporting accidents, near misses and operational issues.
- Providing a professional and courteous service to members of the public.
- Following disposal-site procedures and Safe Systems of Work.
## Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
Valid HGV Class 2 / Category C licence. Driver CPC. No more than 6 penalty points on their licence. A good professional driving record. Good knowledge of road transport legislation. Experience manoeuvring HGV vehicles safely, including in confined spaces. Good understanding of operational Health & Safety. Ability to work to daily targets and remain calm when working under pressure.## Pre-Employment Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete a DVLA licence check and Driver's Declaration, with one recent employment reference required. Candidates will also need to pass a driving assessment and informal interview. Safety boots must be provided by the driver. All other required PPE will be supplied. This is a great opportunity for Class 2 drivers looking for regular hours, ongoing work and the potential for additional overtime. Apply now for immediate consideration.
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