About this role

Refuse Truck Driver

Rochdale

Bamford Contract Services Ltd are recruiting on behalf of Rochdale Council

Location

Rochdale

Pay

£14.82 per hour PAYE, rising to

£15.15 per hour after 12 weeks

Hours

Tuesday to Friday, 6:30am start, with additional days as required

Contract

Ongoing Temporary

Start

Immediate starts available

Bamford Contract Services are currently recruiting

Refuse Truck Driver to work within

Rochdale Council’s Waste Services team.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced HGV Class 2 drivers looking for

ongoing work, consistent hours and the opportunity to work for the local council.

Refuse Truck Driver Role

You will be responsible for driving and operating a

refuse collection vehicle as part of a waste collection crew, working alongside loaders to collect household and public waste across Rochdale.

Previous waste or refuse collection experience is

desirable but not essential. However, driving and operating refuse collection vehicles requires a particular skill set, and the role will suit drivers who are confident, responsible and comfortable working in a busy, customer-facing environment.

As the

Refuse Truck Driver, you will have responsibility for the

route, vehicle and members of the collection crew, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with relevant legislation and Council procedures.

Refuse Truck Driver Duties

Safely drive and operate HGV refuse collection vehicles
Take responsibility for the vehicle, route and collection crew
Work as part of a three-person waste collection team
Collect household and public waste
Adhere to all relevant

transport legislation and road safety requirements

Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects
Complete driver defect reporting accurately
Maintain accurate manual records of driver hours where required
Use

in-cab technology and vehicle systems effectively

Work alongside loaders to ensure collections are completed efficiently
Assist with loading duties when required
Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach when working in public areas
Ensure the vehicle and crew operate safely throughout the route
Provide a good standard of customer service as this is a

customer-facing service

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If you are required to work as a loader, you will still be paid the full driver's rate.

Refuse Truck Driver Requirements

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HGV Class 2 / Category C licence

Valid and in-date

Driver CPC

Previous HGV driving experience
Experience driving larger commercial vehicles
Waste/refuse collection experience is

desirable but not essential

Good understanding of transport legislation and driver responsibilities
Confident completing vehicle checks and defect reports
Comfortable using in-cab technology
Minimum age of

21 for insurance purposes

Maximum of

6 penalty points

DR10 or IN10 endorsements

Reliable, punctual and responsible
Good communication and customer service skills
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Able to work effectively as part of a team

Refuse Truck Driver Working Hours

The core service operates

Tuesday to Friday, with a

6:30am start.

Additional working days, including

Mondays, weekends and bank holidays, may be required depending on the needs of the business.

Job and Knock

Pay

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£14.82 per hour PAYE

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£15.15 per hour PAYE after 12 weeks

All work is

PAYE

Ongoing work available for suitable drivers
Potential overtime available

Why Apply for this Refuse Truck Driver role?

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