Class 2 Driver - Hook Loader for Eco Waste & Recycling

Recycling Lives Services; Preston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pensions contribution

25 days annual leave

Healthcare cash back plan

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Job summary

Recycling Lives Services in Preston is seeking a Class 2 Driver to join our team. Experience with hook loaders is strongly preferred, and a valid HGV license, CPC card, and tachograph are required. The role involves waste and recycling collections with standard weekdays and occasional overtime.

We are a growing company focused on sustainability, offering a competitive package and opportunities to influence fleet development within a values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV license.
• CPC card and Digital Tachograph.
• Experience with hook loaders strongly preferred.
• Good knowledge of UK driving laws and local areas.
• Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 2 vehicles (primarily hook loaders) for waste and recycling collections.
• Carry out safe loading/unloading and tipping of containers.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance reporting.
• Maintain accurate delivery and collection records.
• Represent the company professionally with customers and the public.

Skills

Class 2 driving

Hook loader experience

CPC card

Digital Tachograph

UK driving laws knowledge

Reliability & safety-conscious

Job description

Recycling Lives Services in Preston is seeking a Class 2 Driver to join our team. Experience with hook loaders is strongly preferred, and a valid HGV license, CPC card, and tachograph are required. The role involves waste and recycling collections with standard weekdays and occasional overtime.

We are a growing company focused on sustainability, offering a competitive package and opportunities to influence fleet development within a values-driven environment.