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Launch a rewarding career in waste management with the only BCORP certified company in London, First Mile.
Overview
Salary
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Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Expires
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First Mile is an exciting, BCORP certified waste management company in London, renowned for recycling services across 30,000 customers. The sustainability-conscious company is eagerly seeking a HGV Class 2 Driver.
Role Summary:
- Drive our Class 2 vehicles around London
- Communicate reports on job progress
- Follow effective routes with our app
- Adhere to a 4-days on and 2-days off shift pattern, with overtime available
Role Requirements:
- A valid HGV UK driving license
- A standard UK driving license with no more than 6 points
- Work eligibility in the UK
- Comfortability with heavy lifting
- Good English skills and customer service acumen
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and quarterly bonuses
- Annual leave plus extra days based on complete years of service
- Driver of the Quarter Bonus
- Monthly allowance of £40
- Free access to online GP and financial advice
- Enhanced family leave policies
First Mile is London's premier recycling service, collecting and recycling a range of waste from over 30,000 customers across the city. We are proud to be London's only BCORP certified waste management company, dedicated to sustainability and high-quality service.
The role: As a HGV Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for starting and finishing your shift from our Operations Depot in Hoxton. Your duties include driving our Class 2 vehicles around the city safely and professionally, using our innovative app to follow the most efficient routes and mark off customer collections. You will collect refuse bags and bins of various weights from clients and communicate any issues on your round in a timely manner. This role operates on a 4 days on, 2 days off continuous shift pattern, with shifts typically starting between 5pm and 8pm and each shift lasting 10 hours plus a 45-minute unpaid break. Overtime is available and is paid at your standard hourly rate based on your salary.
Job requirements: A valid HGV UK driving license, a standard UK driving license with no more than 6 points, and experience driving in a city, preferably London. You must have the right to work in the UK (British Passport or visa valid for at least 12 months from start date), good English language skills, and be comfortable with a physical role which requires heavy lifting and time on feet. A passion for delivering excellent customer service and a strong work ethic are essential. Experience working night shifts is desirable but not essential.
Benefits: Joining First Mile comes with a competitive salary, annual leave of 20 days (plus bank holidays) plus 1 extra day for each complete year of service up to 5 days. We offer quarterly bonuses rewarding outstanding performance, a Driver of the Quarter Bonus with additional prizes for top-performing drivers, and a monthly allowance of £40 to spend as you wish. Additionally, you will have access to free online GP and financial advice services, and enhanced family leave policies to support your family needs.
