Class 2 Driver

The Best Connection Group Limited; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular ongoing work

Weekdays Mon-Fri

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

The Best Connection Group Limited is recruiting reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a long-established waste and recycling operation in Swadlincote. If you're looking for regular work, excellent rates of pay, and the security of an ongoing Monday to Friday role, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay rates: Monday to Friday (Days): £16.08 per hour; Overtime after 8 hours: £24.12 per hour; Saturday: £24.12 per hour; Bank Holidays: £40.20 per hour. 7.5 hours minimum pay guaranteed per shift.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good understanding of driver regulations.
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Class 2 refuse vehicle on scheduled routes.
• Follow route plans and daily instructions.
• Work with loaders and collection crews.
• Complete vehicle checks and relevant paperwork.
• Maintain a safe working environment for colleagues and the public.
• Communicate with the transport team throughout the shift.
• Ensure tachograph and working time regulations are complied with.

Skills

HGV Class 2

CPC

Tachograph

Driver Regulations

Team Player

Job description

The Best Connection Group is recruiting reliable

HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a long-established waste and recycling operation in Swadlincote. If you're looking for regular work, excellent rates of pay, and the security of an ongoing Monday to Friday role, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay Rates:

• Monday to Friday (Days): £16.08 per hour
• Overtime after 8 hours: £24.12 per hour
• Saturday: £24.12 per hour
• Bank Holidays: £40.20 per hour

7.5 hours minimum pay guaranteed per shift

Minimum Pay: 7.5 hours per shift guaranteed

Shifts:

• Ongoing Monday to Friday work
• Early starts with regular finish times
• Bank Holiday shifts available

The Role:

As a Refuse Driver, you'll be responsible for operating a Class 2 vehicle on planned collection routes across the local area while working closely with your crew.

Duties include:

• Driving a Class 2 refuse vehicle on scheduled routes
• Following route plans and daily instructions
• Working alongside loaders and collection crews
• Completing vehicle checks and relevant paperwork
• Maintaining a safe working environment for colleagues and the public
• Communicating with the transport team throughout the shift
• Ensuring compliance with tachograph and working time regulations

What's On Offer?

• Consistent, year-round work
• Monday to Friday schedule - weekends free
• Excellent overtime opportunities

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of driver regulations
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach