HGV Class 1 Driver - Day shift

AWM; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste transport company based in Leeds is looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver for a day shift. In this role, you will safely operate HGV vehicles to transport waste materials, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting sustainability. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £14.90 per hour, with overtime compensation and a weekly compliance bonus. Join us to drive your career forward in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Overtime pay

Weekly compliance bonus

Training opportunities

Full PPE and uniform provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of proven experience driving Class 1 HGV vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance requirements.
• Physically fit to handle manual handling duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 HGV vehicles for the collection, transportation, and delivery of waste materials.
• Plan and follow efficient routes to maximise productivity.
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects promptly.

Skills

Vehicle safety awareness

Excellent communication

Customer service skills

Education

Valid UK HGV Class 1 licence with current Driver CPC

Job description

About Associated Waste Management (AWM)
Part of the Beauparc Group, AWM is a trusted provider of waste transportation, operating from our Leeds and Bradford depots. We specialise in efficient and sustainable waste management solutions, supporting the circular economy and environmental best practices. We’re currently seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver – Day Shift to join our team and play a vital role in our waste transport operations.

The Role
Based at either our Leeds Cross Green depot or Bradford Broomfields depot (depending on your preference), you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Class 1 HGV vehicles, transporting waste materials to and from various locations. This role is vital to ensuring the smooth running of our waste management operations and supporting our commitment to environmental sustainability.

Working Hours:

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 6am–6pm, with Saturday shifts on a rotational basis
• 50 hours contracted (including 1-hour unpaid break per shift)
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates for hours worked over 45 per week

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 HGV vehicles for the collection, transportation, and delivery of waste materials.
• Plan and follow efficient routes to maximise productivity and minimise environmental impact.
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of collections, deliveries, and vehicle logs using digital systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and transport regulations, including drivers’ hours and Working Time Directive.
• Provide excellent customer service at all collection and delivery points.
• Support health and safety initiatives by reporting incidents and near misses.
• Valid UK HGV Class 1 licence with current Driver CPC.
• Digital tachograph card.
• Minimum 2 years of proven experience driving Class 1 HGV vehicles, preferably within waste management or a related sector.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the transport team.
• Physically fit to handle manual handling duties as required.

What We Offer

• Pay rate: £14.90 per hour.
• Overtime pay (for hours worked over 45 per week):
• Weekdays (Mon-Fri): 1.3x hourly rate
• Saturdays: 1.5x hourly rate
• Bank Holidays: 2x hourly rate
• Weekly compliance bonus: £50 for meeting safety, attendance, and operational standards.
• Full PPE and uniform provided.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.
• Work within a modern, well-maintained fleet equipped with the latest safety features.
• Supportive team environment focused on safety and sustainability.
• Flexibility to start your runs from either our Leeds Cross Green or Bradford Broomfields depot, depending on your preference.

The Ideal Candidate
You are a professional, HGV Class 1 driver who takes pride in vehicle presentation and delivering excellent customer service. You thrive in a role that balances independence with teamwork and are committed to supporting environmental best practices.

Ready to drive your career forward with Associated Waste Management?
Apply now and be part of our mission to create a cleaner, more sustainable future.

About Us

Join us on the journey…..

Over the past 30 years, Beauparc has continued to grow and acquire businesses that all share a very similar vision and set of values. We’re now a group of almost 3000 people, all contributing to that growth and success.

Whilst Beauparc is the parent company to numerous brands, we all share an ambitious vision for the future. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people and connected partners is front and centre. As a team, we’re safer together. We deliver our customers with a partnership approach to managing their resources responsibly.We constantly push the boundaries of innovation. What’s good today can be better tomorrow.

Beauparc is not just a company, it’s a resource recovery business. Over the past three decades we’ve grown and diversified significantly, we believe that great leadership is rooted in strong values.As leaders within this industry, we’re committed to shaping a better future for our friends, families and communities.Our philosophy remains unchanged, balancing customer satisfaction with environmentally sustainable practices.Exceptional customer service, and unwavering dedication to sustainability are the cornerstones of our business.

Our journey is dependent upon talented, passionate, and dedicated people that constantly strive and challenge each other for better outcomes.

Take the first step today and join us on the journey……….

Beauparc aims to attract and retain a skilled and diverse workforce that best represents the talent available in the communities in which our assets are located and our employees reside.