HGV Class 2 Roro Driver

Countrystyle Recycling; Langstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management company is looking for an experienced HGV Class 2 RoRo Driver for a permanent position based in Havant. The role demands high service levels, thorough vehicle checks, and maintaining regular communication with the Fleet Office. Applicants should possess excellent driving skills, geographic knowledge of London and the South East, and a valid Driver Qualification Card. Benefits include life insurance and wellness programs. The position operates under a 48-hour work week with a competitive hourly rate of £16.58.

Benefits

Life Insurance with access to GP24

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Company Events

GymFlex salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Good geographic knowledge of London and the South East.
• Excellent driving skills and road safety knowledge.
• Previous HGV driving experience.
• A valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC).

Responsibilities

• Complete all daily vehicle checks and fill out the designated Vehicle Defect sheet.
• Ensure all CCTV cameras are working on your vehicle before commencing your daily work.
• Report all defects including tyre issues to Fleet Office.
• Complete all allocated work within the working day.
• Maintain regular communication with the Fleet Office and report any issues immediately.

Skills

Good communication skills

Good geographic knowledge of London and the South East

Excellent driving skills

Previous HGV driving experience

A valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC)

Job description

Job Title: HGV Class 2 RoRo Driver

Location: Budds Farm, Southmoor Lane, Havant, PO9 1JW

Salary: £16.58 per hour

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Hours: 48 hours per week + weekly KPI bonus

About Us

Services for Southern Water

Countrystyle Recycling provides haulage services for effluent cake across Kent, Sussex and Hampshire, delivering reliable, efficient and sustainable operations. We focus on high service standards and a responsive, dependable approach.

Our Waste Management Approach

Sustainability drives everything we do. We prioritise circular, environmentally responsible practices, continually investing in innovation, training and best practice solutions.

Our Vision

We aim to build a strong, long term partnership with Southern Water, supporting their environmental goals through continuous improvement and adaptable, compliant waste management services.

What Sets Us Apart

Countrystyle combines strong family values with the wider capabilities of Heathcote Holdings, offering flexible, knowledgeable and fully integrated waste and facilities management services.

Looking Ahead

We’re excited to begin this partnership and deliver smart, sustainable solutions that create real environmental benefits while building a collaborative, future focused relationship.

About the role

We are looking for an HGV Class 2 RoRo Driver for a permanent position at our Budds Farm + peel common. This role requires you to be able to drive company vehicles in a safe and legal manner whilst keeping service levels high and ensuring daily work is completed.

Responsibilities

• Complete all daily vehicle checks and fill out the designated Vehicle Defect sheet at the start and end of each shift.
• Ensure all CCTV cameras are working on your vehicle before commencing your daily work and where fitted, ensure inward-facing cameras face the driver.
• Report all defects including tyre issues to Fleet Office.
• Complete all allocated work within the working day.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and submitted in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular communication with the Fleet Office and report any issues/incidents immediately.
• As a customer facing representative of the Company behave in a polite and professional manner at all times.
• Fill vehicles with fuel on return to yard at end of the day or on your return journey to your depot.
• Present Tachograph card for downloading on a weekly basis.
• Report to the Fleet Office at the end of the day for de-briefing and advice on following day's work.
• Ensure all loads are safely secured and that there is no risk of waste or debris falling from your vehicle trailer or container whilst it is on the public highway.
• Ensure your vehicle (and where appropriate trailer) is kept in a safe, serviceable and clean condition.
• Load and unload the vehicle adhering to Safe Working Procedures and Risk Assessments.
• Work from other depots within the group and operate other vehicles when required.
• Wear Countrystyle Recycling Uniform at all times and correct PPE required when collecting or delivering to customer and other Countrystyle operated sites.
• Report all accidents and incidents immediately to your fleet office or the Compliance Team and obtain details as required.
• Staff have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work.
• Staff must co-operate, report unsafe conditions and comply with the company management systems and safe systems of work as well as co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements.

About you

Essentials

• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Good geographic knowledge of London and the South East
• Excellent driving skills and road safety knowledge
• Previous HGV driving experience
• A valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC)
• Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude to others.
• Demonstrate teamwork and support of others
• Reliable and Trustworthy

Desirable

• Previous experience in the Recycling Industry.

Benefits

• Life Insurance with access to GP24
• Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company Events
• GymFlex salary sacrifice

Please note: Overseas candidates will NOT be considered for this role. We are not sponsoring Visas at this time, so please refrain from applying unless eligible to work in the UK.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of HGV Class 2 Driver, Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver, Rolloff/Drop-off Driver, Vehicle Transport Driver, Freight Driver, and Commercial Driver (Class 2), Class 2 RoRo Driver may also be considered.