Class 2 Driver

Taskmaster is seeking a Class 2 Driver for a client in Milton Keynes, welcoming applications from newly qualified drivers. The role involves safely operating waste collection vehicles, collecting waste from customers, and ensuring compliance with highway regulations. Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, daily checks, and accurate record-keeping. The driver must wear appropriate personal protective equipment and report any issues to management. The position requires a 45-hour work week with shifts starting at 4 or 5 am, offering a pay rate of £16.00 per hour. Taskmaster Resources LTD is acting as an Employment Business for this temporary vacancy.

*Taskmaster are currently recruiting for a Class 2 Driver for our client based in Milton Keynes.*
*Client Will Accept Newly Qualified Class 2 Drivers*
*Main Duties:*
* Drive/operate waste collection vehicles safely and collect waste from customers’ premises via waste containers (various types) as instructed by the Traffic Office and according to all site rules.
* Ensure the vehicle is roadworthy and the 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 the 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.
* Report any vehicle defaults to Depot Management according to laid-down procedures.
* Report any issues relating to customer service to Depot Management on daily worksheets.
* Report any accidents or near misses according to procedure.
* Attend toolbox talks in order to encourage a safe working environment.
* Take all reasonable steps to safeguard the health and safety of oneself and any other person who may be affected by the job holder’s actions at work.
* Carry out any other reasonable job-related tasks as required by the Company.
*Hours:* 45 hours per week (9.5 hours a day, as a half-hour break is unpaid).
*Start times:* 4 / 5 am.
*Pay:* £16.00 PH.
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Taskmaster Resources LTD is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. (Temporary Vacancy)
*PREDRI*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person