Class 2 Service Driver

Safetykleen; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,400 - 39,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Private healthcare

5% contributory pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee recognition rewards

Job summary

Join Safetykleen's team in Southampton for a hands-on role focusing on customer site visits and waste collection. You'll be a vital part of a supportive team, ensuring compliance with waste management standards while building strong relationships with clients.

The position offers a full training program, a competitive salary starting at £36,000 with an OTE of £40,000, and numerous benefits including private healthcare and a contributory pension.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence required.
• Valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence essential.
• Enjoy being on the road and meeting customers.

Responsibilities

• Complete 9-11 customer site visits per day.
• Safely load and unload waste containers.
• Build positive relationships with a wide range of customers.

Skills

Customer relationship building

Communication skills

Observational skills

Tools

CRM systems

Handheld tablets

Job description

Monday to Friday | Day Shifts | No Weekend or Bank Holiday Working | Excellent Career Growth

The Opportunity

Join our Southampton team in a varied, hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You'll spend your time out on the road, visiting a wide range of customers and building strong relationships along the way.

Supported by a dedicated local branch team, you'll safely collect and exchange non‑hazardous, low‑hazardous and hazardous waste streams, while delivering a professional and friendly service. Your work will help our customers stay compliant while contributing to a safer, cleaner environment.

No previous waste industry experience? No problem. We provide full training and will support you in working towards your ADR licence as you develop in the role.

Join us and discover a supportive working environment, comprehensive training, and clear opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

• Salary £36,000 plus bonus OTE £40k
• Monday - Friday day shifts.
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays off.
• 5% contributory pension and life assurance (3x salary).
• Private healthcare from day one.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with confidential support.
• Wellbeing-focused discounts, including Virgin Active gym membership, Gymflex, Tastecard, and major retailer cashback.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee recognition and referral rewards scheme.
• Training and development opportunities to support your career progression.

Job Role

• Complete 9-11 customer site visits per day, collecting and exchanging non-hazardous, low-hazardous and hazardous waste streams.
• Safely load and unload drums and containers onto and from your vehicle.
• Build positive relationships with customers across a wide range of industries.
• Work closely with the Branch Manager and customers to meet operational requirements and resolve queries.
• Use handheld tablets and CRM systems to manage your daily route, service delivery and workload.

What We're Looking For

• A full, clean UK driving licence.
• A valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.
• Someone who enjoys being on the road, meeting customers and building trusted relationships.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Waste industry experience is not essential - full training will be provided.

About Us

At Safetykleen, we provide essential parts cleaning, waste collection and environmental advisory services that help customers reduce their environmental footprint and boost operational performance.

With operations in 15 countries and over 1 million services delivered each year, you’ll be joining a stable, growing business with a fast‑paced, high‑impact and agile environment, where sustainability and long‑term customer partnerships are at the heart of what we do.