HGV Class 2 Driver

Mid UK Recycling Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE & uniform provided

Company pension

Death in service benefit

Paid breaks

Job summary

Panda is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join our Widnes depot, operating skip and RoRo vehicles in the local area. You will deliver and collect containers, perform daily vehicle checks, and ensure safety compliance while providing excellent customer service.

We value reliability and teamwork, with a 45-hour guaranteed week, paid breaks, and overtime at £18.09 per hour after 40 hours. Training and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence (Category C).
• Driver CPC and digital tachograph card required.
• Experience driving HGVs, ideally in waste management.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle safety, maintenance and compliance.
• Reliable, professional and team-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willing to start at 6am and work 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 any defects promptly.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental regulations and road laws.
• Provide professional, on-site customer service.
• Support the Widnes depot team.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

Tachograph card

HGV experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

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.

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.

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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