Driver

Purpose of the job Driver

To drive all vehicles specified by management (subject to licence entitlements) as required by Southwark Cleaning.

Principal accountabilities Driver

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• To report to a Southwark Cleaning supervisor.
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• To ensure vehicles are road-worthy before, during and after each shift.
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• Carry out safety checks as detailed in the drivers’ log books.
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• Complete drivers log books fully and truthfully.
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• Report defects and accidents immediately.
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• Carry out tasks as assigned, including loading of goods, waste and any other item that needs transporting.
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• To sort and recycle loads where appropriate.
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• To carry out cleaning duties as required in times of need.
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• Clean the vehicle (inside and out) at least every two weeks or as directed.
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• To attend training sessions organised by supervisory staff and to use new equipment after training, and to carry out new methods or procedures as and when directed.
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• To be responsible for the security of all vehicles under the employees control.
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Knowledge, including educational qualifications: Driver

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• An understanding of, and commitment to, the Council’s Equality and Diversity Policies in connection with employment and service provision.
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• A full, clean class 1 or class 2 heavy goods vehicle licence for LGV drivers or a full clean driving licence for non-LGV drivers.
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• A minimum of 2 years experience of working in a cleaning, grounds maintenance, waste management or related work environment as a driver/ LGV driver.
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