HGV Class 2 Driver: Secure Collections & Service (Weekdays)

Restore plc; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Weekends or Night Shifts

Annual Leave 23 days + bank holidays

Quarterly bonus

Driver CPC Training

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Enhanced Sick Pay

HGV Apprenticeship Opportunities

Life Assurance 2x salary

Stream earnings app access

Job summary

Restore Datashred in Gateshead is seeking a Class 2 Driver for secure collections. The role combines professional driving, customer service and on‑site collection work, with a focus on secure disposal of confidential materials across customer sites.

The position is permanent, Mon-Fri, 45 hours per week, with no weekends or night shifts. Salary £36,300.11 plus £500 quarterly bonus, plus Driver CPC training on offer.

Qualifications

• Full UK Category C (Class 2) Driving Licence (Essential)
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card (Essential)
• Understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time regulations (Essential)
• Ability to handle confidential materials with professionalism and discretion (Essential)

Responsibilities

• Drive a Class 2 vehicle and complete planned collection routes
• Collect confidential documents, paper waste, IT equipment and other secure materials
• Load, move and handle collection bags and containers
• Work across customer sites with occasional stair access
• Use a PDA to record collection details and customer information
• Complete vehicle checks and ensure compliance with Drivers' Hours regulations
• Maintain security and confidentiality of customer materials at all times
• Deliver excellent customer service and represent Restore Datashred professionally

Skills

UK Driving Licence (Cat C)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Drivers' Hours knowledge

Customer service

Route planning

Confidential materials handling

Job description

Restore Datashred in Gateshead is seeking a Class 2 Driver for secure collections. The role combines professional driving, customer service and on‑site collection work, with a focus on secure disposal of confidential materials across customer sites.

The position is permanent, Mon-Fri, 45 hours per week, with no weekends or night shifts. Salary £36,300.11 plus £500 quarterly bonus, plus Driver CPC training on offer.