Class 2 HGV Driver/Loader – Bristol Waste Collection (Long-Term)

Pertemps Bristol Industrial; Newport; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Bristol Industrial is recruiting an HGV Class 2 Driver/Loader to support waste and recycling collection services across Bristol. You'll safely operate a range of Class 2 vehicles and work with your crew to complete scheduled routes while upholding health and safety standards.

This long-term, full-time role offers a 6:00am–2:30pm shift (39 hours per week) at £17.27 per hour with overtime at 1.5x on Saturdays and 2x on Sundays/Bank Holidays; potential for permanent employment across

Qualifications

• Valid Category C (Class 2) Driving Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous HGV Class 2 driving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate HGV Class 2 refuse and recycling vehicles in accordance with road traffic legislation and company procedures.
• Complete scheduled refuse, recycling, garden waste and commercial waste collection routes efficiently and safely.
• Assist with the loading, unloading and collection of waste and recycling materials when required.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections, report defects promptly and ensure vehicles remain roadworthy.
• Complete all required paperwork and electronic records accurately, including vehicle checks and route information.
• Follow planned routes while adapting to operational changes as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring the correct use of PPE and safe working practices at all times.
• Work flexibly across different operational sites and services to meet business needs.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, supervisors and members of the public, providing excellent customer service.
• Keep vehicles and equipment clean, secure and in good working order.
• Support the wider operations team with other reasonable duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Health & Safety

Tachograph Rules

Job description

Pertemps Bristol Industrial is recruiting an HGV Class 2 Driver/Loader to support waste and recycling collection services across Bristol. You'll safely operate a range of Class 2 vehicles and work with your crew to complete scheduled routes while upholding health and safety standards.

This long-term, full-time role offers a 6:00am–2:30pm shift (39 hours per week) at £17.27 per hour with overtime at 1.5x on Saturdays and 2x on Sundays/Bank Holidays; potential for permanent employment across