Class 2 Driver

Fifth Wheel Recruitment Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

Overtime opportunities

Free car parking

Job summary

Fifth Wheel Recruitment Ltd is hiring Class 2 Drivers in Leicester to operate a refuse collection vehicle and support loading crews. A Class 2 licence and UK DCPC/Digi-Tacho credentials are required, with at least 12 months of class 2 experience.

The role involves daily routes, safety practices, and potential overtime. You will work Tue-Fri, 07:00-17:00, with competitive pay (£17.00 per hour) and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Requires Class 2 driving licence and at least 12 months of class 2 experience.
• UK DCPC card and Digi-tacho card required.
• Endorsements DD, TT, DR, CD, IN not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a Class 2 refuse collection vehicle.
• Collect refuse from various local areas daily.
• Work with loaders as needed and assist with bin movement.
• Adhere to safety procedures and road/ pedestrian traffic rules.

Skills

Class 2 license

Commercial driving

Driving regulations

Education

UK DCPC card

Digi-tacho card

Job description

Job Title: Class 2 Driver

Location: Leicester (Melton Mowbray)

Pay Rate: £17.00 p/h

Shifts: Tuesday to Friday - 07:00 - 17:00

Driver Type: Class 2

Experience: 12 months class 2 experience essential

Fifth Wheel Recruitment are looking for Class 2 Drivers in Leicester to work with our client, who provide all types of business with commercial waste disposal and recycling.

Previous experience working in the waste industry would be beneficial.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: £17.00 p/h
• Immediate Starts: Begin earning immediately
• Weekly Pay: Payday every Friday
• Overtime Opportunities: Boost your earnings

Career Growth: Excellent opportunities

Excellent Facilities:

• Comfortable break areas
• Vending machines
• Subsidised canteen
• Free, secure car parking

Hours:

• Monday to Friday working
• Shift times are 07:00 - 17:00

This role may require you to complete a Driving Assessment before you can be allocated a shift.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Driving and operating a Class 2 refuse collection vehicle
• Collecting refuse from different local areas each day
• Working alongside the loaders when required
• Assisting with the manual movement of domestic wheelie bins
• Working safely around pedestrians, traffic, and other road users

All applicants are expected to complete work to a high standard while following site safety procedures.

About you:

You will have your Class 2 Driving Licence and at least 12 months experience driving commercially. You must also have your UK DCPC card and a valid Digi-tacho card. Our client may accept up to 6 points on your licence, but we can not accept DD, TT, DR, CD, IN endorsements. As a professional Driver, you will be up to date with the WTD regulations.

You will be a UK resident and will be able to travel to and from the site for your shift. We are unable to assist with VISA applications and cannot assist with relocation.