Description:
HGV Sweeper Driver (Class 2)
Location: Charnwood LE12
Pay Rate: £15.88 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 4:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Role Overview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Sweeper Driver (Class 2) to join a busy refuse and street cleansing operation based in Charnwood. This role involves driving and operating specialist street sweeping machinery, supporting refuse and recycling collections, and maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
1. Drive and operate specialised street sweeping vehicles
2. Sweep designated road channels, footways, and public areas, removing debris, leaves, and litter
3. Carry out refuse and recycling collections as required
4. Demonstrate knowledge and safe operation of all machinery associated with the role
5. Assist refuse loaders on designated rounds to ensure routes are completed within service level agreements
6. Undertake all duties in a professional manner, using safe lifting and manual handling techniques
7. Use in‑cab technology and handheld/mobile devices as directed
8. Complete all required paperwork accurately and in real time
9. Carry out daily vehicle and machinery inspections before and after use, reporting any defects
10. Ensure vehicles and machinery are kept clean and well maintained
11. Maintain excellent customer and client relations, particularly with members of the public and other road users
Working Hours
12. Monday to Friday
13. 6:00am to 4:00pm
Requirements
14. Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) driving licence (maximum of 6 points)
15. Driver CPC qualification
16. Experience driving rigid vehicles up to 32 tonnes
17. Willingness to support the team by assisting refuse loaders when required
18. Good communication and interpersonal skills
19. Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic
20. Willingness to undertake a range of operational tasks as part of the role
21. Ability to work safely and follow health & safety procedures at all times
Licence Required
22. Category C / Class 2 (Rigid vehicles up to 32 tonnes) – Essential
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.