Job Description: Purpose of the job To drive all vehicles specified by management (subject to licence entitlements) as required by Southwark Commercial Waste Services. Principal accountabilities To report to the Business Services Manager or an officer delegated with the responsibility. To ensure vehicles are road-worthy before, during and after each shift. Carry out safety checks as detailed in the drivers log books. Complete drivers log books fully and truthfully. Report defects and accidents immediately. Carry out tasks as assigned, including loading of goods, waste and any other item that needs transporting. To sort and recycle loads where appropriate. To carry out cleaning duties as required in times of need. Clean the vehicle (inside and out) at least every two weeks or as directed. To attend training sessions organised by supervisory staff and to use new equipment after training, and to carry out new methods or procedures as and when directed. To be responsible for the security of all vehicles under the employees control. Knowledge, including educational qualifications: An understanding of, and commitment to, the Councils Equality and Diversity Policies in connection with employment and service provision. A full, clean class 1 or class 2 heavy goods vehicle licence for LGV drivers. A minimum of 2 years experience of working in a cleaning, grounds maintenance, waste management or related work environment as a driver/ LGV driver. Essential Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies: 4. Ability to drive all vehicles employed to do 5. Ability to work without close and frequent supervision. 6. Ability to complete safety checks and log books accurately Ability to prioritise work to ensure service delivery is maintained Willingness and ability to learn and adapt to on going changes. Conditions of Service/Special Conditions of Recruitment: Working hours: 36 hours, 6am to 1.15pm, Monday to Friday. There will be a requirement to work outside normal working hours. Job Types: Temp to perm, Full-time Experience: Driving: 2 years (required) OR15716: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: D1, D1 (101) (required) HGV Driver HGV Driver HGV Driver HGV Driver HGV Driver HGV Driver