CLASS 1 DRIVER | Days & Nights Opportunities

Shepherd Stubbs

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Shepherd Stubbs is seeking Class 1 HGV Drivers to join their award-winning recycling operation. Roles include day work or nights-out, with UK-wide routes and a mix of local and long-distance trips.

Deliveries to landfill sites and Energy-from-Waste power stations, including walking floor trailer work. Training is provided if needed, with Saturdays on a rota and nights-out options available on request. This position offers stable, varied work with competitive pay.

Qualifications

  • A valid Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
  • Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach.
  • Willingness to undertake landfill work when required.
  • Flexibility to work Saturdays as part of a rota.
  • For nights-out roles, able to stay away up to four nights per week.
  • Walking floor experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • Deliveries to landfill sites and EfW power stations.
  • Walking floor trailer work.
  • Local and long-distance routes across the UK.
  • Support safety and compliance in daily operations.

Skills

Class 1 licence
Safety-conscious
Nights-out willingness
Saturdays rota
Walking floor experience

Job description

CLASS 1 HGV DRIVER - DAYS & NIGHTS

Join an Award-Winning Recycling Business

Monday to Friday | Saturdays on a Rota | UK-Wide Work
Day Work & Nights-Out Opportunities Available

Start Date: November 2026

An exciting opportunity has become available to join a successful, award-winning recycling business as they continue to grow and expand their fleet.

They are looking for reliable and professional Class 1 HGV Drivers to become part of their team. With a choice of day work or routes involving up to four nights out per week, there are opportunities available to suit different working preferences.

Successful candidates will be joining an established recycling operation offering stable, varied work, competitive rates of pay and UK-wide driving.

The Role
  • Monday to Friday working, with Saturdays on a rota basis.
  • Choice of day-driving roles or nights-out work, depending on availability.
  • Nights-out positions may involve up to four nights away per week.
  • A varied mix of local and long-distance routes across the UK.
  • Deliveries to landfill sites and Energy-from-Waste (EfW) power stations.
  • Walking floor trailer work.
  • Previous walking floor experience is an advantage, although training can be provided for the right candidate.
  • Competitive rates of pay with additional incentives.
What They're Looking For

Successful candidates will need:

  • A valid Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
  • A reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach.
  • Willingness to undertake landfill work when required.
  • Flexibility to work Saturdays as part of a rota.
  • For nights-out roles, the ability to stay away for up to four nights per week.
  • Walking floor experience is desirable but not essential.
Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing, award-winning business operating within the recycling and waste management industry.

They offer varied UK-wide work, competitive pay and the choice of day work or nights out, alongside the stability of a predominantly Monday-to-Friday working pattern.

If you're an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver looking for a stable role with a growing and successful recycling business, this could be an excellent opportunity

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