Class 2 Refuse Driver & Loader - Waste Team

Fusion People Ltd; Northam; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Immediate start

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd in North Devon is seeking an HGV Driver/Loader to support a Waste & Recycling team at their depot in Bideford. The role is hands-on, driving a refuse/recycling vehicle and working with the crew to keep kerbside collections running.

Dates are 24 July 2026 to 28 August 2026. Hours are 37 per week, 06:00-15:00, Monday to Friday with Saturday cover when needed. Pay is £14.59 per hour PAYE, with immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Full UK HGV license (Cat C / Class 2).
• Valid Driver CPC – 35 hours completed.
• Digital tachograph card.
• Good fitness for outdoor work in all weathers.
• Experience dealing with customers or the public.
• Ability to work on own initiative or with a crew.
• Understanding of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a refuse/recycling vehicle on kerbside routes.
• Load domestic refuse and recycling with the crew.
• Tip and empty the vehicle daily.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Complete drivers hours book and weekly paperwork.
• Clean vehicle body and cab weekly.
• Be a professional face for residents and advise on disposal.
• Work to site health and safety practices at all times.

Skills

HGV Licence

Driver CPC

tachograph card

Fitness

Customer Service

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

Fusion People Ltd in North Devon is seeking an HGV Driver/Loader to support a Waste & Recycling team at their depot in Bideford. The role is hands-on, driving a refuse/recycling vehicle and working with the crew to keep kerbside collections running.

Dates are 24 July 2026 to 28 August 2026. Hours are 37 per week, 06:00-15:00, Monday to Friday with Saturday cover when needed. Pay is £14.59 per hour PAYE, with immediate start available.