HGV Driver – Waste & Recycling (Mon–Fri, 36h)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Surrey Heath; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting an HGV Driver for a 2 months contract with a Local Authority in Southwark, London. You will operate heavy goods vehicles, perform safety checks and waste transport duties, while maintaining high health and safety standards.

Requires a full Category C (C+E preferred) licence, CPC, and a basic DBS check. Working hours are 36 per week, Monday to Friday, with bi-weekly pay. Application deadline 13 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Full, clean Category C or Category C+E HGV driving licence.
• Minimum of two years' experience as an HGV/ LGV Driver.
• Experience in waste management or related operational environment.
• Ability to operate heavy goods vehicles up to 32 tonnes safely.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety inspections and reporting.
• Ability to complete vehicle checks and logbooks accurately.
• Understanding of Health and Safety requirements.
• Independent with good organisational skills and able to prioritise.
• Flexible, and able to adapt to changing requirements.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGVs up to 32 tonnes for waste transport and related duties.
• Carry out vehicle safety inspections and maintain records.
• Complete drivers' logs honestly and accurately.
• Report defects, accidents and safety concerns promptly.
• Support cleaning and waste segregation tasks as required.
• Attend training and operate new equipment as instructed.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and security.

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting an HGV Driver for a 2 months contract with a Local Authority in Southwark, London. You will operate heavy goods vehicles, perform safety checks and waste transport duties, while maintaining high health and safety standards.

Requires a full Category C (C+E preferred) licence, CPC, and a basic DBS check. Working hours are 36 per week, Monday to Friday, with bi-weekly pay. Application deadline 13 November 2026.