HGV Class 2 Driver for Waste & Recycling

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Coventry City Council is seeking reliable HGV Drivers to join the Waste Services team. You will drive Class 2 vehicles across Coventry, Nuneaton, Bedworth and nearby areas, delivering essential waste and recycling services while interacting with residents and businesses.

The role requires a Category C HGV licence, a valid Driver CPC and a proactive, safety‑minded approach to outdoor work. Overtime opportunities are available to support service delivery.

Qualifications

• Category C (Class 2) HGV licence held with valid Driver CPC.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work safely in an outdoor, physically demanding environment.
• Knowledge of waste and recycling collection operations.
• Comfortable using mobile technology and recording operational data.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect waste and recycling across Coventry, Nuneaton, Bedworth and surrounding areas.
• Work with collection crews to ensure safe, efficient and reliable services.
• Provide excellent customer service in daily interactions with residents and businesses.

Skills

HGV Licence (Category C)

Driver CPC

Safety awareness

Customer service

Teamwork

Mobility tech usage

Waste operations knowledge

Job description

Coventry City Council is seeking reliable HGV Drivers to join the Waste Services team. You will drive Class 2 vehicles across Coventry, Nuneaton, Bedworth and nearby areas, delivering essential waste and recycling services while interacting with residents and businesses.

The role requires a Category C HGV licence, a valid Driver CPC and a proactive, safety‑minded approach to outdoor work. Overtime opportunities are available to support service delivery.