Class 2 Dustcart Driver

Driver Hire Southampton; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 sign-up bonus

Weekly pay

PAYE or PAYE Advanced payment

Permanent position after 12 weeks

No weekend work

Early finishes

Free on-site parking

Local support

Discounted CPC training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Driver Hire Southampton is seeking reliable Class 2 HGV Drivers to support a new client in Southampton. You will drive a Class 2 refuse vehicle, load waste bags, and work as part of a friendly team on Monday to Friday with early starts.

Expect 7.5-hour shifts, early finishes, and a sign-up bonus after 10 shifts. Weekly pay, PAYE options, and potential permanent placement after 12 weeks are offered with no weekend work.

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Class 2 (Category C) licence is required.
• You must hold a valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card.
• New drivers are encouraged to apply.
• Good physical fitness and willingness to do manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Class 2 (Category C) refuse vehicle safely and professionally.
• Carry out manual duties, including loading waste bags into the vehicle.
• Deliver a reliable, efficient service while working with the crew.
• Follow designated routes to keep routes on schedule.
• Attend to vehicle checks and on-site safety procedures.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Class 2 Licence (Category C)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Physically fit

Reliable and punctual

Job description

Looking for a stable Monday to Friday driving role with early finishes? Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting reliable and hardworking Class 2 HGV Drivers to support a prestigious new client in the Southampton area.

As a Class 2 HGV Driver, you'll play a key role in helping keep the local community clean by collecting household waste along designated routes as part of a friendly and supportive team.

The Role:

• Monday to Friday
• Start times between 5:00am and 6:00am
• 7.5-hour shifts with early finishes
• Drive a Class 2 (Category C) refuse vehicle safely and professionally
• Carry out manual duties, including loading waste bags into the vehicle
• Deliver a reliable, efficient service while working alongside the crew

What We're Looking For:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Valid Class 2 (Category C) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Newly qualified drivers are encouraged to apply
• Good level of physical fitness and willingness to carry out manual work
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
• Own transport to travel to and from the depot

What We Offer:

• £250 sign-up bonus after completing your first 10 shifts
• Weekly pay
• PAYE or PAYE Advanced payment options
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position after 12 weeks
• No weekend working
• Early finishes to support a healthy work-life balance
• Free on-site parking
• Dedicated local support from our experienced team
• Discounted CPC training and licence upgrade opportunities
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme

About Driver Hire Southampton:

Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company. Our Southampton office supplies professional drivers to businesses across Southampton, Winchester and the surrounding areas, offering a wide range of temporary, temp-to-perm and permanent opportunities.

If you're looking for a rewarding driving role with excellent support, consistent weekday work and genuine long-term prospects, we'd love to hear from you.