Job Advert: Gully Truck Driver
Location: North Killworth
Salary: £14.00
Contract Type: Temporary
About Us:
Kenect Recruitment are seeking a skilled and motivated Gully Truck Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving and operating a specialist gully truck to clean and maintain gullies, drains, and other drainage systems.
Role Overview:
As a Gully Truck Driver, you will play a vital role in ensuring the effective operation of drainage systems in urban and rural areas. You will operate a gully truck to clean and empty gullies, clear blockages, and carry out regular inspections to ensure the smooth functioning of drainage systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely driving and operating a gully truck for cleaning and maintenance tasks.
- Performing routine cleaning, jetting, and waste removal from gullies, drains, and other drainage systems.
- Carrying out regular inspections to identify blockages, faults, or potential issues.
- Ensuring all waste is disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations.
- Completing daily logs, including vehicle checks and work reports.
- Maintaining the cleanliness and good working order of the gully truck.
- Adhering to all health and safety guidelines and ensuring safe working practices at all times.
- Working with the team to address customer concerns and meet service delivery expectations.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- A valid and clean UK driving license with category C (HGV) or equivalent.
- Experience in operating gully trucks or similar heavy-duty vehicles.
- Knowledge of drainage systems and gully cleaning practices is advantageous but not essential.
- A strong understanding of health and safety procedures in a road-based or maintenance setting.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform manual tasks.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Desirable Qualifications:
- CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualification for drivers.
- Previous experience in waste management or drainage cleaning.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with potential for overtime.
- Full training and support provided.
- Health and safety equipment provided.
- Company uniform and PPE provided.
- Opportunities for career development and progression.
- Pension scheme and other employee benefits.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role to www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/register-for-work/ .
