HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver

Daval Associates; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay after 40h

Paid breaks

Temp-to-perm

Career development

Regular routes

Early morning starts

Full-time hours

Ongoing work

Quarrington Depot

Job summary

Daval Associates are recruiting HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Drivers on behalf of a well-established waste management company based at Quarrington Depot. This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity offering consistent weekday work, paid breaks, overtime opportunities and the potential to secure a permanent position.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of commercial waste using a modern fleet of Class 2 vehicles.

Qualifications

• Must hold HGV Class 2 licence (Category C).
• Driver CPC qualification required.
• Digital Tachograph card required.
• Previous Class 2 experience preferred.
• Experience in waste management is a plus.
• Good understanding of Driver Hours, road safety and relevant regulations.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commercial waste collections in line with scheduled routes.
• Safely operate a Class 2 vehicle throughout daily collections.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
• Ensure all collections are completed safely, efficiently and within scheduled times.
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach when dealing with customers.
• Follow all Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Health & Safety regulations.
• Comply with company procedures and relevant waste management legislation.
• Complete required paperwork and collection records accurately.
• Work effectively as part of a wider driving and waste collection team.

Skills

HGV Class 2

Driver CPC

Tachograph Card

Class 2 experience

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Physical fitness

Job description

HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver

Location: Quarrington, NG34

Pay: £14.85 per hour

Overtime: £18.56 per hour after 40 hours

Additional: Bin collection bonus

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, early morning starts

Contract: Full-Time | Temp to Perm

About the Role

Daval Associates are recruiting HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Drivers on behalf of a well-established waste management company based at Quarrington Depot.

This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity offering consistent weekday work, paid breaks, overtime opportunities and the potential to secure a permanent position.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of commercial waste using a modern fleet of Class 2 vehicles. The role involves early morning starts, regular routes and working directly with commercial customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out commercial waste collections in line with scheduled routes.
• Safely operate a Class 2 vehicle throughout daily collections.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
• Ensure all collections are completed safely, efficiently and within scheduled times.
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach when dealing with customers.
• Follow all Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Health & Safety regulations.
• Comply with company procedures and relevant waste management legislation.
• Complete required paperwork and collection records accurately.
• Work effectively as part of a wider driving and waste collection team.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous Class 2 driving experience preferred.
• Waste management experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Good understanding of Driver Hours, road safety and relevant regulations.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual duties where required.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in all weather conditions.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused Class 2 driver who takes pride in their work and is committed to providing a professional service to customers.

Previous experience within the waste management sector is beneficial, but we are also interested in candidates with strong Class 2 driving experience, a good work ethic and the right attitude.

What We Offer

• £14.85 per hour basic rate.
• £18.56 per hour overtime rate after 40 hours.
• Additional bin collection bonus.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Consistent full-time hours.
• Paid breaks.
• Early morning starts.
• Regular routes.
• Ongoing work with a well-established waste management company.
• Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.
• Opportunity to develop a long-term career within the waste management industry.