Class 1 Driver

FCC Environment; North East; On-site; GBP 46,838,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

20 days leave

Pension scheme

On-the-job training

Recognition scheme

Refer a Friend

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance

Job summary

FCC Environment is hiring a Class 1 Driver in Washington, Tyne and Wear. The role involves safely operating Class 1 (C+E) vehicles across waste and recycling sites, with a 45-hour week and a rate of £14.82 per hour. You will ensure loads meet UK regulations, perform vehicle inspections and maintain high safety and customer service standards.

The position is full-time, with benefits and opportunities to train and progress within a large environmental services company.

Qualifications

• Full UK Category C+E (Class 1) licence is required.
• Driver CPC qualification is required.
• Digital Tachograph Card is required.
• At least two years of experience driving Class 1 vehicles.
• Experience transporting waste/recyclables is advantageous.
• Good geographical knowledge and route planning skills.
• Reliable, safety-conscious approach to work.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Transporting and delivering materials to and from customer sites in a safe and professional manner.
• Ensuring loads are verified and transported in accordance with UK regulations.
• Carrying out pre- and post-vehicle inspections and reporting defects.
• Completing all load and delivery paperwork accurately.
• Adapting driving to road, traffic and weather conditions.
• Reporting accidents, incidents, delays or breakdowns per procedures.
• Maintaining cleanliness of vehicles and equipment.
• Completing daily timesheets and work within timescales.
• Following Safe Systems of Work and site rules.
• Ensuring compliance with Driver Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive.

Skills

Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

Tachograph Card

2+ years exp

Waste transport

Geography skills

Safety conscious

Flexible schedule

Job description

Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further...

Class 1 Driver

Hourly Rate £14.82 per hour (plus benefits)
Hours 45.00 per week Mon Fri 9hrs per day
Location & Postcode Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 8QU

As a Class 1 Driver at FCC Environment, you will safely and efficiently operate Class 1 (Category C+E) vehicles within the waste and recycling industry. You will be responsible for the collection, transportation and delivery of waste and recyclable materials while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance and customer service. This role supports operational objectives through safe working practices, environmental compliance and excellent vehicle care.

This vacancy is for a full-time position, working five days per week.

Our promise to you

• Competitive salary
• 20 days annual leave
• Pension scheme (auto-enrolment in People's Pension)
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Transporting and delivering materials to and from customer sites in a safe and professional manner
• Ensuring all loads are verified and transported in accordance with UK driving regulations
• Completing vehicle inspections before and after use and reporting any defects
• Accurately completing all load and delivery paperwork
• Adapting driving practices to changing road, traffic and weather conditions
• Reporting accidents, incidents, delays or breakdowns in line with company procedures
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness for assigned vehicles and equipment
• Completing daily timesheets and allocated work within required timescales
• Following all Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and site rules
• Ensuring compliance with Driver Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive requirements and Operator Licence obligations

What are we looking for?

• A full UK Category C+E (Class 1) licence
• A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• At least two years' experience driving Class 1 vehicles
• Experience transporting waste, recyclables, aggregates or bulk materials would be advantageous
• Good geographical knowledge and route planning skills
• A reliable, safety-conscious and self-motivated approach to work
• The ability to work flexibly to meet operational requirements

About us

J&B Recycling is part of FCC Environment, one of the UKs leading waste and resource management companies. Owned by FCC Environment, J&B Recycling plays an important role in supporting sustainable waste solutions and environmental services across the UK.

Our shared goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible. Operating over 200 facilities nationwide and employing around 4,200 people, FCC Environment and its businesses are on the frontline of tackling climate change.

We're looking for ambitious and motivated people to join our teams and help shape a more sustainable future.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.