HGV Driver / Warehouse Operative
- Confidential
- Hassocks, Sussex
- Oct 15, 2025
Full time
Transportation
Automotive
Job Description
Driving of LGV and HGV vehicles in our fleet, collecting materials for shredding and recycling
Ensuring all vehicles have their weekly checks, and this information is properly recorded
Providing operational support to the Operations Manager and ensuring good relationships with our transport contractors, engineers and vehicle maintenance or repairers
Ensuring that all vehicles fitted with Tachographs are operating correctly and information is being safely stored
Typical warehouse duties, loading/unloading of vehicles and trailers, good (warehouse) housekeeping
Operation of warehouse plant & equipment, including specifically - Baler, AXO static Shredder, Bin-lifts
Operation of the depot forklift
Any other issues as defined by the Operations Manager or in his absence as defined by the Business Development Director.
Taking calls when needed at the depot and recording details of customer requirements to pass to Operations Manager or Assistant Operations Manager
Ensuring that HGC CPC training is undertaken to keep in line with licensing requirements and any other training as required by his line manager
Liaising with customers or their agents when on site and ensuring any requirements or feedback from them is communicated to their line manager
What do we look for in this role?
A solid background in warehouse/depot delivery driving, preferably within the waste industry
A full, valid driving licence required.
Candidates must be articulate, numerate, well presented and used to dealing with people at all levels, from Facilities Manager to Managing Director.
A self-starter, who requires the minimum of supervision, has a persuasive manner and who thrives on a challenge.
An organised, enthusiastic team player, who is totally professional in their outlook and approach to everything they do.
Hard working, with strong service and performance ethic.
A systematic and organised approach to work
What are the benefits?
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from a significant focus on your own personal development, with the right candidate being provided with the opportunity to have a significant input into the growth and development of the business over time. In conjunction with this we offer:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Pension scheme
What do I need to do now?
If you wish to take your career to the next level, have proven track record in managing fast paced and challenging logistically focused warehouse/depots, and wish to work for a growing business, please get in touch today!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£25,500.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Experience:
Driving: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Ensuring all vehicles have their weekly checks, and this information is properly recorded
Providing operational support to the Operations Manager and ensuring good relationships with our transport contractors, engineers and vehicle maintenance or repairers
Ensuring that all vehicles fitted with Tachographs are operating correctly and information is being safely stored
Typical warehouse duties, loading/unloading of vehicles and trailers, good (warehouse) housekeeping
Operation of warehouse plant & equipment, including specifically - Baler, AXO static Shredder, Bin-lifts
Operation of the depot forklift
Any other issues as defined by the Operations Manager or in his absence as defined by the Business Development Director.
Taking calls when needed at the depot and recording details of customer requirements to pass to Operations Manager or Assistant Operations Manager
Ensuring that HGC CPC training is undertaken to keep in line with licensing requirements and any other training as required by his line manager
Liaising with customers or their agents when on site and ensuring any requirements or feedback from them is communicated to their line manager
What do we look for in this role?
A solid background in warehouse/depot delivery driving, preferably within the waste industry
A full, valid driving licence required.
Candidates must be articulate, numerate, well presented and used to dealing with people at all levels, from Facilities Manager to Managing Director.
A self-starter, who requires the minimum of supervision, has a persuasive manner and who thrives on a challenge.
An organised, enthusiastic team player, who is totally professional in their outlook and approach to everything they do.
Hard working, with strong service and performance ethic.
A systematic and organised approach to work
What are the benefits?
In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from a significant focus on your own personal development, with the right candidate being provided with the opportunity to have a significant input into the growth and development of the business over time. In conjunction with this we offer:
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Pension scheme
What do I need to do now?
If you wish to take your career to the next level, have proven track record in managing fast paced and challenging logistically focused warehouse/depots, and wish to work for a growing business, please get in touch today!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£25,500.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Experience:
Driving: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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