Class 2 HGV Driver: Local Waste Collection Expert

TRC Yorkshire; Colden Common; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Crowd, on behalf of a well-known client, is seeking multiple HGV Class 2 Drivers. You will collect clinical waste, prepare vehicles and operate a compacting truck from 14:00 starts, Monday to Friday, with an hourly PAYE rate of £17.35, based in SO21 1WP.

Role includes 35–60 collections per shift, occasional weekends, early mornings, and a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and compliance with WTD and tachograph requirements.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Class 2 entitlement.
• At least 2 years experience driving the relevant vehicle.
• Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Working knowledge of WTD legislation.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to waste processes.
• Availability for early mornings and occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Collect clinical waste from healthcare facilities, care homes and hospitals.
• Prepare the vehicle for daily operations.
• Utilise a compaction vehicle for waste disposal.
• Perform local collections, wheel bins to truck and operate bin pickup.
• Use a PDA for tracking and recording collections.
• Complete 35 to 60 collections per shift depending on volume.
• Maintain physical fitness due to heavy lifting.

Skills

Class 2 licence

Driving experience

DCPC & Tachograph

No more than 6 points

WTD knowledge

Safety mindset

Team player

Flexible availability

Job description

The Recruitment Crowd, on behalf of a well-known client, is seeking multiple HGV Class 2 Drivers. You will collect clinical waste, prepare vehicles and operate a compacting truck from 14:00 starts, Monday to Friday, with an hourly PAYE rate of £17.35, based in SO21 1WP.

Role includes 35–60 collections per shift, occasional weekends, early mornings, and a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and compliance with WTD and tachograph requirements.