HGV 2 Bin Wagon Driver

Russell Taylor Group; Widnes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is recruiting for a Class 2 HGV Refuse Driver in the Widnes/Cheshire area. This temporary-to-permanent role involves driving a Class 2 vehicle, collecting waste, and working across the North West.

Start times are between 5am and 6am, with paid hours up to 46 per week and Monday to Friday shifts. The position offers a route to permanent status for the right candidate, with a starting pay of £14.87 per hour and an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Cat C) licence.
• Minimum 6 months' Class 2 driving experience.
• Good understanding of driver hours and road safety.

Responsibilities

• Drive Class 2 refuse collection vehicles.
• Collect household and commercial waste.
• Work across the North West.
• Maintain safe driving practices and comply with schedules.

Skills

Class 2 licence

Driver hours awareness

Punctuality

Team work

Job description

Vacancy Title: HGV 2 Bin Wagon Driver
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Cheshire
Industry: Class 2 Drivers
Salary: £14.87 per hour
Start Date: 2026-09-21
REF: J91987778
Vacancy Published: 5 days ago
Location: Widnes / North West
Pay: £14.87 per hour
Hours: Up to 46 hours per week
Shift: Monday to Friday, starting between 5am and 6am
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for Class 2 HGV Refuse Drivers to join a busy waste and recycling operation based in Widnes.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Class 2 driver looking for a temp-to-perm position, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role

• Driving Class 2 refuse collection vehicles
• Collecting household and commercial waste
• Working across the North West
• Monday to Friday shifts
• Start times between 5am and 6am
• Finishing by 5pm at the latest, normally earlier
• Maximum 12-hour shifts
• No tramping or overnight stays
• Completing all allocated jobs before finishing for the day

Requirements

• Valid Class 2 (Cat C) licence
• Minimum 6 months' Class 2 driving experience
• Good understanding of driver hours and road safety
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working outdoors and as part of a team
• Willing to complete an induction before starting

Pay & Benefits

• £14.87 per hour
• Up to 46 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• ASAP start
• No night-rate or overtime rate applicable
• Weekends not normally required while temporary; weekend work may apply if you move onto a permanent contract

If you're a reliable Class 2 HGV driver looking for regular weekday work in the Widnes area, this could be the opportunity for you

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