HGV 2 Class 2 Driver - Waste and Recycling

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Carryduff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK in Carryduff is seeking a permanent HGV Class 2 Driver for waste and recycling operations. The role runs Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm, totalling 45 hours per week across local routes.

You will handle scheduled and ad-hoc collections, perform safety checks, and ensure compliant transport of waste materials. A valid HGV Class 2 licence and clean driving record are required. Salary is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence and a solid driving record are essential.
• Awareness of safety procedures and safe loading/transport of waste materials is required.
• Ability to complete route sheets and digital records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles on scheduled routes across the local area.
• Carry out pre-use and post-use vehicle checks.
• Ensure safe loading, transportation and tipping of waste materials.
• Complete route sheets and delivery notes accurately.
• Report vehicle defects and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Support loading/unloading at commercial and industrial sites.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Safe driving

Pre-use checks

Route sheets / digital records

Job description

Based in Carryduff, this permanent HGV 2 Class 2 Driver - Waste and Recycling post with Manpower UK involves scheduled and ad-hoc collections across the local area. Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am until 5:00pm (45 hours weekly), the driver operates Category C vehicles on daily routes, completing pre-use and post-use checks while ensuring safe loading and transportation of materials. Full compliance with transport and environmental rules is essential. Candidates need a valid HGV Class 2 licence, solid driving record and awareness of safety procedures. Salary is negotiable, reflecting experience. Secure, long-term employment within an essential industry.

HGV Class 2 Driver - Waste andamp; Recycling

Location: Carryduff

Shifts: Monday to Friday | 7:30am - 5:00pm (45 hours per week)

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for multiple HGV Class 2 (Category C) Drivers to join a well-established waste and recycling operation across Carryduff. This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking for secure, long-term work within a growing and essential industry.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out scheduled and ad-hoc waste collections, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with transport and environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating HGV Class 2 vehicles to complete daily collection routes
• Carrying out pre-use and post-use vehicle checks
• Ensuring safe loading, transportation and tipping of waste materials
• Completing route sheets, delivery notes and digital records accurately
• Reporting vehicle defects and maintaining vehicle cleanliness
• Carrying out collections from commercial and industrial sites
• Supporting manual and mechanical loading/unloading activities
• Using equipment such as tail lifts, pallet trucks and handling aids
• Sorting and segregating waste in line with regulations
• Adhering to driver hours, tachograph and health andamp; safety requirements
• Providing a professional and customer-focused service at all times