Hgv Class 2 Driver

Daval Associates; Rowley Village; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and ongoing support

Job summary

Daval Associates is seeking a reliable HGV Class 2 Driver to join our recycling team in Rowley Regis. You will collect commercial and industrial waste from customer sites, ensuring safe, efficient operations and excellent customer service.

This is a long-term role with a growing business. Key responsibilities include safe operation of a Class 2 vehicle, route adherence, daily vehicle checks, and accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit; manual handling is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate an HGV Class 2 (Category C) vehicle.
• Collect commercial and industrial waste and recyclable materials from customer premises.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects.
• Follow planned collection routes and schedules.
• Ensure all collections are completed safely and efficiently.
• Complete all required paperwork and electronic records accurately.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Reliability

Teamwork

Punctuality

Job description

Full job description

HGV Class 2 Driver - Waste Collection

Location: Rowley Regis, B65 0JU

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Overtime: £22.50 per hour after 40 hours worked per week (1.5x rate)

Bank Holidays: £22.50 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, starting at 5:00am

Weekend Work: Occasional Saturday overtime available

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking HGV Class 2 Driver to join our busy recycling team based in Rowley Regis.

You will be responsible for collecting commercial and industrial waste from customer sites, ensuring collections are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of customer service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver looking for a long-term role within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate an HGV Class 2 (Category C) vehicle.
• Collect commercial and industrial waste and recyclable materials from customer premises.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects.
• Follow planned collection routes and schedules.
• Ensure all collections are completed safely and efficiently.
• Complete all required paperwork and electronic records accurately.
• Load and unload waste containers where required.
• Comply with all Road Traffic Regulations and company policies.
• Keep the vehicle clean and presentable.
• Deliver excellent customer service while representing the company.
• Report any incidents, accidents, vehicle defects, or health and safety concerns immediately.
• Work closely with the transport and operations teams to ensure the smooth running of daily collections.

Essential Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Driving Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good knowledge of UK driving regulations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit, as manual handling is required.

Desirable

• Previous experience in waste collection, recycling, or a similar driving role.
• Experience operating waste collection vehicles or using tail lifts.

What We Offer

• £15.00 per hour.
• Overtime paid at £22.50 per hour after 40 hours worked each week.
• Bank Holiday work paid at £22.50 per hour.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Occasional Saturday overtime available.
• Full training and ongoing support.