SWIFT Temps Ltd Driving Recruitment Division are currently recruiting for experienced Class 1 Driver to work for the local authority in Leeds for the Highways Department, LS10 area of Leeds
About the Role
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To drive a class 1 vehicle for the highways maintenance department
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To be responsible for providing a safe, efficient, and effective highway construction, maintenance and winter service, which meets the needs of the citizens of Leeds
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To deal with members of the public in a polite and courteous manner
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Follow disposal site/recycling plant rules when tipping off, this includes going to the allocated sites for tipping off or alternatives as directed.
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Ability to drive and manoeuvre rigid demountable-bodied vehicles and operate auto sheeting mechanisms
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Assist with the installation, maintenance, and removal of traffic management measures in accordance with ‘Chapter 8’ and Safety at Street Works and Road Works code of practice.
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Assist with the laying of kerbs, edgings, block paving and flag paving.
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Assist with the placing, spreading and compaction of granular, recycled and bituminous materials.
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Assist with excavation operations both by hand and using mechanical excavators, including acting as banksman to ensure the operation is carried out safely.
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Operating of small plant including, vibrating rollers, vibrating plates, compressors, cut-off saws, road saws.
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Winter Service operations- driving of gritting vehicle equipped with snow plough, on a rota basis, both in and out of normal working hours
Qualifications & Training Required
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LGV Licence Class C+E (HGV Class 1)
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Of Drivers’ Hours Rules, both GB Domestic and EU Tachograph rules
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Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) to drive a lorry
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Subject to passing driver assessment
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Awareness of the current Highway Code
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Health and Safety legislation related to construction work
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Ability to identify and report vehicle defects
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Ability to use mobile phones and other in-cab technology
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Ability to learn new information and instructions
Working hours
Pay
£12.59 PAYE In addition you will also accrue holiday pay
This position is being advertised on behalf of SWIFT Temps Ltd Driving Recruitment Division who operate as an employment business