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Drive change for London's environment as a HGV Class 2 Driver at First Mile, the city's premier, BCORP certified recycling service.
Overview
Salary
£40500
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
First Mile, London's leading recycling service, provides pivotal waste management solutions for over 30,000 customers across the metropolis. As the city's only BCORP accredited waste management company, we are wholeheartedly committed to positively impacting not only the environment but also our community.
Role Summary
- Drive Class 2 vehicles safely and professionally around London.
- Utilise our innovative app to follow efficient routes.
- Collect refuse of varying weights from clients.
- Communicate any issues in a timely manner.
- Work on a shift pattern from Monday to Friday plus alternate Sundays, with shifts starting between 5am and 8am.
Role Requirements
- Valid HGV UK driving license; standard UK driving license with no more than 6 points.
- Experience driving in a city, preferably London.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Good English language skills.
- Ability to handle a physical role involving heavy lifting.
- Passion for excellent customer service and strong work ethic.
Application Process Details
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First Mile is London's premier recycling service, collecting and recycling a range of waste from over 30,000 customers across the city. As London's only BCORP certified waste management company, we are dedicated to making a significant impact on the environment and community.
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 collecting refuse bags and bins of various weights from clients. You will also communicate any issues on your round in a timely manner and return to the depot at the end of your shift. This role operates on a shift pattern from Monday to Friday plus every other Sunday, with rounds typically starting between 5am and 8am. Each shift is 9 hours of work, 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, experience driving in a city, preferably London, 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 the ability to carry out 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.
Benefits: Joining First Mile comes with a range of benefits, including a competitive salary of £40,500 per annum, annual leave of 20 days (plus bank holidays) plus 1 extra day for each complete year of service up to 5 days, quarterly bonuses rewarding outstanding performance, a driver of the quarter bonus with additional prizes for top-performing drivers, a monthly allowance of £40 to spend as you wish, and access to free online GP and financial advice services. Enhanced policies to support your family needs are also included.
