Collection Driver

Change Waste Recycling Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

8% employer pension contribution

Up to 8 weeks annual leave

Birthday and family friendly leave

Interest-free transport loans

Overtime and training

Job summary

Change Waste Recycling Ltd in Edinburgh is seeking a transport driver to join a growing team. You will use a company van to collect recycling and waste from offices, hotels, restaurants and other sites, building strong client relationships while learning the best routes and times for collections.

The role is permanent with a basic salary of £27,976 plus incentives over £3k per year, with overtime available and progression through fully funded training.

Qualifications

• Active and adaptable.
• Confident driving in busy city environments.
• Experience in multi-drop delivery/collection is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide collection services across Edinburgh using a company van.
• Build strong client relationships while learning optimal routes and schedules.

Skills

Active and adaptable

Confident city driving

Multi-drop delivery

Job description

Join Edinburgh's fastest-growing waste and recycling company and build your career in transport with comprehensive training, progression opportunities, and exceptional benefits that reward your commitment.

Winners of the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce 2026 High Growth Business of the Year, we're expanding our transport team.

Why Work With Us?

We offer a secure employment package designed to reward and support you:

• Up to 8 weeks annual leave
• Birthday and family friendly leave
• 8% employer pension contributions
• Health cash plan
• Interest-free transport loans, and more!

Overtime available and progression opportunities with fully-funded training.

Basic hours will be Monday to Friday initially (weekend overtime in addition). This is a permanent role with basic salary of £27,976, plus incentives of over £3k per year.

About the Role

As part of our transport team, you'll be provided with a company van to serve customers across Edinburgh.

You'll collect recycling and waste materials from offices, hotels, restaurants, and other customer sites, building strong client relationships whilst learning the best times and routes for collections.

This customer-facing role suits someone who is:

• Active and adaptable
• Confident driving in busy city environments
• Experienced in multi-drop delivery/collection (advantageous but not essential)

What We're Looking For

We want team players who enjoy being outdoors, take pride in their work, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you're reliable, motivated, and customer-focused, we'd love to hear from you.