- Location
- Northfleet, Gravesend
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Transportation
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
HGV Driver
Application Deadline: 22 November 2026
Department: Transport
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Northfleet
Description
Collecting waste that will include hazardous waste streams, to and from customers premises, to include – Batteries, Oil, Filters, plastics & other waste products for recycling Delivering both waste consignments and finished company products to customer sites.
Responsible for the safe collection and transportation of goods from customers premises to Enva recycling sites whilst complying with all relevant legislation.
Assisting the customer in ensuring waste is stored correctly in the appropriately approved containers and acting as the point of contact whilst on site relaying any additional requirements to the relevant departments. Ensuring adherence to all traffic legislations.
Key Responsibilities
· Safe collection and delivery of all waste materials.
· Using all equipment in a safe manner and according to the company procedures, to carry out safety checks prior to and after use, reporting any faults/safety issues in timely manner and in accordance with the company procedures.
· To ensure waste is loaded correctly and safely and all spillages are cleared up immediately and reported.
· To adhere to ADR Regulations regarding the carriage of dangerous goods.
· To comply with legal requirements and Company policies whilst operating a company vehicle.
· To comply with all legal and Tachograph requirements.
· To adhere to all Company safety rules and current legislation.
· To check vehicle and report all incidents including damage prior to leaving site.
· To accurately complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
· Responsible for daily vehicle checks and cleanliness of allocated vehicle maintaining company standards.
· To be a positive representative for the company at all times.
· To identify and communicate any additional customer requirements communicating to the line manager.
· To be the key point of contact for the customer when attending their site.
· To report any near misses, security and/or safety issues, at customer and Enva sites.
· To adhere to customer security, health and safety, and site rule requirements whilst operating at their sites.
· Any additional duties as required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required
- Experience and knowledge of EU & WTD Tachograph Regulations.
- Good geographical knowledge of mainland UK.
- A good understanding of Operator Licence obligations and regulations.
- Good understanding of Highway Code and “Hierarchy of Road Users”.
- Customer focused with experience of managing customer expectations appropriately.
- To remain flexible in order to meet operational needs when required.
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively and to plan and manage own agenda.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to handle complaints effectively, maintaining a solution focussed approach.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective and positive working relationships within and outside of the department.
- Good attention to detail.
- Positive and motivated with a flexible and adaptable attitude.
- Good conflict resolution skills based on a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Must demonstrate high levels of integrity and adopt a professional approach in all interactions – should be transparent, open, and honest in all dealings.
- Must have a proactive and safety focused approach.
Desirable
- Experience working within waste industry most desirable, however, alternate industries with relevant experience will be considered.
- ADR.
Why Work For Enva?
Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.
Examples of Company Benefits:
Examples of Company Benefits:
- A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
- Competitive holiday allowance.
- Company pension scheme.
- Enhanced family friendly policies.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Lifestyle & leisure discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more).
- Employee life insurance.
- Bike2Work scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Holiday Purchase Scheme.