HGV Class 2 Driver

WSR Recycling Ltd.; Chester; On-site; GBP 46,646,000 - 50,971,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

PPE provided

Uniform provided

Company pension

Death in service

Ongoing training

Job summary

Panda is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver for our Widnes depot to operate skip and RoRo vehicles across the local area. You will deliver, exchange and collect containers, carry out daily vehicle checks and maintain high standards of safety and customer service.

The role requires a valid HGV Class 2 licence, Driver CPC and tachograph card, with flexibility for early starts (6am) and occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence and Driver CPC.
• Proven experience driving HGVs, ideally in waste management or similar.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, safety regulations and compliance.
• Reliable, professional with good customer service and teamwork.
• Flexibility for early starts (6am) and occasional Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV Class 2 skip and RoRo vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Deliver, exchange and collect containers across customer sites.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and road regulations.
• Provide professional and helpful service to customers on site.
• Support the Widnes depot and wider transport team.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

tachograph card

HGV experience

customer service

teamwork

Job description

About the Role

At Panda, we keep the country moving by delivering reliable waste and recycling services that support local communities and businesses.

We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join our Widnes team, operating skip and RoRo vehicles across the local area. This is a hands-on role for a driver who takes pride in safe driving, good customer service, and keeping their vehicle to a high standard.

What you’ll be doing

• Operating HGV Class 2 skip and RoRo vehicles safely and efficiently
• Delivering, exchanging, and collecting containers across customer sites
• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptly
• Ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and road laws
• Working safely at all times and following site, transport, and road regulations
• Providing a professional and helpful service to customers on site
• Supporting the wider transport and depot team at our Widnes site

What we’re looking for

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
• Proven experience driving HGVs, ideally within the waste management sector
• Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, safety regulations, and compliance
• A reliable, professional approach with a commitment to teamwork
• Excellent communication skills and a practical, customer-focused attitude
• Flexibility to support operational needs, including a 6am start and occasional Saturdays

What you’ll get

• £14.47 per hour
• 45-hour guaranteed week
• Overtime paid at £18.09 per hour (after 40 hours)
• Paid breaks
• Full PPE and uniform provided
• Ongoing training and opportunities to build your skills further
• Company pension
• Death in service benefit (after 6 months)
• Stable, full-time work with an established business

Why join Panda?

This is a great opportunity to join a leading waste management provider committed to sustainability. You will be part of a busy operation with consistent work, a supportive team, and the chance to build a long-term driving career at our Widnes depot.

If you’re a dependable driver who values safety, professionalism, and doing the job properly, we’d like to hear from you.

About Us

We are Panda. We value waste.

We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together.

We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward.

We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.

And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.

Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.

Take the first step and join us on the journey.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.
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