7.5T Driver

Job description

Pertemps are currently recruiting 7.5T Drivers to join our clients Street Cleaning Team in Edinburgh. This is a hands-on role where youll support environmental services by collecting bulky household items and helping keep local communities clean and safe.

Location: EH16 4TB
Hours: 4 days on / 4 days off 06:00 to 17:02 (45-minute break)
Pay: £14.51 £16.23 per hour
Duration: Temporary ongoing work

The 7.5T driver will:

• Driving a 7.5-ton vehicle as part of the bulk uplift service
• Collecting bulky household items (furniture, appliances, mattresses, etc.)
• Working with the crew to safely lift, load, and remove items from properties
• Following planned routes and schedules efficiently
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any issues
• Interacting with the public professionally when required
• Maintaining excellent safety standards at all times
• Street cleansing duties are required. Such as, litter picking, sweeping, removing weeds and leaves etc

• Valid UK driving licence with C1 category
• CPC qualification card and Tacho card
• Experience operating larger vehicles
• Good health & safety awareness
• Team player with good communication skills
• Physical fitness regular lifting and manual handling is part of the role

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Straiton

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £14.00 and £16.00 Per Hour

Published at

05-05-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English