7.5 Tonne Sweeper Driver, Loughborough

7.5 Tonne Sweeper Driver

Location: Charnwood, LE12 Pay Rate: £13.92 per hour Start Date: Immediate Start Available Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:15pm

Join a Dedicated Environmental Services Team

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and motivated 7.5T Sweeper Driver to join a busy operational team based in Charnwood (LE12) . This is a fantastic opportunity to secure ongoing work with a well-established organisation, playing a vital role in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming public spaces across the local community.

This hands-on role involves driving and operating specialist street sweeping vehicles while supporting environmental and waste management operations throughout the area.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate specialist 7.5T street sweeping vehicles
• Clean designated roads, footways, public spaces, and highways
• Remove litter, leaves, debris, and other waste materials
• Carry out bulky waste collections in accordance with operational requirements
• Lead and complete daily routes efficiently and safely
• Conduct vehicle checks and accurately report defects or maintenance issues
• Complete all required compliance documentation, including working hours and fleet records
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures
• Maintain relevant licences, qualifications, and training requirements

What We're Looking For

• Full UK Driving Licence with C1 (7.5T) entitlement
• Previous experience driving 7.5T vehicles is desirable
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
• Willingness to undertake additional training where required
• Commitment to maintaining a valid driving licence and reporting any changes promptly

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.