Job Description
Class 2 Driver
Taskmaster are currently recruiting for a Class 2 Driver for our client based in Peterborough.
Main Duties:
Drive/operate waste collection vehicles safely and collect waste from customers premises.
Ensure vehicle is roadworthy and load is safe for the public highway.Comply with all highway rules, e.g. speed limits and weight/height limits.
Transport the load collected to an appropriate waste disposal facility.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times whilst carrying out these duties.
Liaise with Traffic Office at the end of each working day to de-brief and clarify jobs completed on that day and check worksheets relating to jobs for the next day.
Maintain accurate records relating to work undertaken, vehicle information and checks, accident reporting, near miss reporting, hours worked, vehicle movements (via tachograph) etc.
Ensure compliance with Road Transport Directive, especially in relation to hours worked and declaration of any other employment outside of the Company.
Maintain the Company vehicle in a clean and tidy condition, including cleaning out compacted waste from waste equipment (digging out), if appropriate, and ensure cab is kept clean.
Carry out daily vehicle checks as per laid down procedures, i.e. wheel torquing (weekly) and visual daily wheel nut/tyre checks.
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