Drivers Mate

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are currently recruiting for a Driver’s Mate to join a busy recycling and waste management company based in Purfleet.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a hands-on role supporting drivers on daily commercial waste and recycling collections. You’ll be working as part of a two-person team, helping with collections and deliveries across client sites.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Your duties will include:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Supporting the driver with daily waste and recycling collections</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Collecting and emptying commercial bins from customer sites</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Delivering and allocating new bins to client locations</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Handling different types of waste, including plastic, cardboard, food waste and general rubbish</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Helping the driver navigate collection routes and customer sites</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Keeping the vehicle and work area clean and tidy</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Providing a professional and helpful service to customers</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Following all company health & safety procedures</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">We’re looking for someone who is:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Reliable and punctual</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Comfortable working very early morning starts</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Physically fit and happy with a hands-on role</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Not bothered by strong smells or handling waste</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a physical job working with commercial waste, so candidates must be comfortable with the nature of the work. Waste can include food waste and other materials, and the job can be dirty and smelly at times.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The early starts are also an essential part of the role, with shifts beginning between 1am and 4am Monday to Friday.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What’s on Offer</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">£13.15 per hour</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Monday–Friday working pattern</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Occasional Saturday work when required</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you’re reliable, physically fit and looking for a hands-on role with the opportunity to become permanent, we’d like to hear from you</p>