HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver - Ongoing Work - Kingsbridge

Driverhire Torbay; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking HGV Class 2 Refuse Drivers for long-term work in Kingsbridge. The role combines professional driving with hands-on waste duties and offers competitive pay rates of £17.37 - £26.06 per hour. Ideal candidates will have a Full Cat C licence and a CPC, and be physically fit for manual tasks. Regular hours from Monday to Friday and immediate starts available.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rates with enhanced overtime

Consistent Monday-Friday work pattern

Immediate starts for suitable candidates

Discounted Driver CPC training

Qualifications

• No more than 6 penalty points.
• Mobile phone for communication during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Driving a Class 2 (Cat C) refuse vehicle on scheduled routes.
• Assisting the crew with loading, lifting, and emptying bins.
• Completing route paperwork, timesheets, and PODs accurately.
• Following all health and safety rules.

Skills

Full Cat C Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph card

Physically fit for manual handling duties

Ability to reach the Kingsbridge depot

Job description

Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay) is recruiting HGV Class 2 Refuse Drivers for steady, long-term work based in Kingsbridge. This role combines professional Class 2 driving with hands‑on waste and recycling duties, working as part of a friendly and reliable local team.

If you're looking for regular hours, good pay, and consistent work in the South Devon area, this position is an excellent opportunity.

Pay & Hours

• £17.37 - £26.06 per hour (PAYE Advanced)

• Paid weekly

• Monday to Friday

• Optional Saturday shifts during Bank Holiday weeks

• Minimum 8 paid hours per shift

Your Daily Duties

• Driving a Class 2 (Cat C) refuse vehicle on scheduled routes

• Assisting the crew with loading, lifting, and emptying bins

• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects

• Completing route paperwork, timesheets, and PODs accurately

• Following all site procedures, health and safety rules, and driver hours regulations

• Working closely with a small, supportive team on local South Devon rounds

• This is an active role and involves regular physical work

What You Need

• Full Cat C Class 2 licence

• Driver CPC

• Digital Tachograph card

• No more than 6 penalty points

• Ability to reach the Kingsbridge depot for early start times

• Physically fit for manual handling duties

• Mobile phone for communication during shifts

Desirable Experience

• Previous work in refuse, waste, or recycling

• Good knowledge of Kingsbridge and South Devon routes

What We Offer

• Excellent hourly rates with enhanced overtime

• Consistent Monday-Friday work pattern

• Real temp-to-perm potential with a respected local employer

• Immediate starts for suitable candidates

• Support from a friendly, local Driver Hire office

• Discounted Driver CPC training for PAYE drivers

• Pension contributions included

Apply Today

Apply directly through Indeed, or contact Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay) on #removed#.

Please have your licence, CPC, and tacho card details available. Eligible drivers may be able to start immediately.

About Driver Hire and dh Recruitment (Torbay).

Driver Hire and dh Recruitment (Torbay) provides both transport and non‑transport recruitment services to companies in South Devon. With a network of more than 100 offices throughout the UK and more than 40 years of experience, we combine national strength with local expertise to provide dependable staffing solutions.

With close ties to Exeter and Plymouth, we use Driver Hire to hire qualified drivers and logisticians in Torquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and the surrounding areas. We provide 7.5‑tonne van drivers, multi‑drop drivers, forklift operators, warehouse employees, driver’s companions, and HGV Class 1 and Class 2 drivers. We provide full‑time hours, permanent opportunities, and temporary work.

We also support a broader range of positions outside the transport industry through dh Recruitment (Torbay). Administration, customer service, manufacturing, skilled trades, cleaning, retail support, and general labour are all included in this. We match individuals with the right skills to the right environment, whether a company needs temporary coverage, seasonal employees, or a permanent hire.

The comments we get make us proud. 996 people responded to our most recent candidate survey in December 2024, and 97% of them stated they were proud to work for Driver Hire. Based on 386 responses in December 2024, 98% of our customers gave our service a 'Good' or 'Excellent' rating.

These outcomes demonstrate our dedication to providing a recruitment service that is direct, courteous, and people‑focused.