HGV Driver & Class 2 Refuse Driver

Driver Hire Bristol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the waste management sector seeks a Class 2 (Category C) Relief RCV Driver in Bristol. This hands-on role involves driving a Class 2 RCV for waste routes and assisting with physically emptying bins alongside a refuse loader. Candidates must have previous RCV experience and be comfortable with early starts. The position offers £16.30 - £18.26 per hour, weekly PAYE pay, and a supportive operations team.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Ongoing relief/cover work

Consistent early start pattern

Qualifications

• Must possess a Full UK Class 2 (Category C) licence.
• Need valid CPC and Digital Tacho cards.
• Previous RCV driving experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Class 2 RCV on waste routes
• Assist with emptying bins alongside the refuse loader
• Operate RCV lifting equipment safely and efficiently

Skills

RCV driving experience

Strong teamwork

Communication skills

Safety consciousness

Physical fitness

Education

Full UK Class 2 (Category C) licence

Valid CPC and Digital Tacho cards

Job description

Class 2 (Category C) Relief RCV Driver – Bristol

Driver Hire Bristol is recruiting a Class 2 (Category C) Relief RCV Driver to support a busy waste and recycling operation based in the Keynsham area. This role is ideal for drivers with previous RCV experience who are happy to be hands‑on, working alongside a refuse loader to empty bins as well as driving the vehicle.

Weekly Pay | Ongoing Relief Cover | Early Starts

The Role:

• Drive a Class 2 RCV on residential and commercial waste routes
• Get in and out of the vehicle regularly and assist with emptying bins alongside the refuse loader
• Operate RCV lifting equipment safely and efficiently
• Start time 06:00, with finish times depending on the route
• Complete daily vehicle checks and all required paperwork
• Maintain high standards of health & safety at all times
• Provide cover for sickness, holidays, and peak demand

Pay & Benefits:

• £16.30 - £18.26 per hour (includes holiday pay via advanced holiday payment method)
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Ongoing relief / cover work
• Consistent early start pattern
• Supportive and experienced operations team

What You'll Need:

• Full UK Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tacho cards
• Previous RCV driving experience – essential
• Good level of physical fitness – this is a hands‑on role
• Reliable, safety‑conscious, and comfortable with early starts
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

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