HGV/LGV Driver Loader

Manpower Group (UK); Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Early finish on Fridays

Immediate start

Approx 3-month assignment

Public service experience

Supportive environment

Job summary

Manpower Group (UK) is recruiting for HGV/LGV Driver Loaders in Belfast. This temporary role supports essential waste collection and recycling services, with day and night shifts available and an immediate start.

Responsibilities include operating refuse collection vehicles, loading waste, and maintaining safety records. The ideal candidate will hold a Category C (HGV) licence, Driver CPC card, and have 6+ months LGV experience with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Full Category C (HGV Class 2) driving licence is required.
• Driver CPC Qualification Card required.
• Minimum 6 months' LGV driving experience.
• Experience working with the public.
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV/LGV refuse collection vehicles.
• Collect and transport waste, recyclable, and compostable materials.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and defect reporting.
• Load and unload waste safely using mechanical lifting equipment.
• Supervise and support crew members during daily operations.
• Complete all required vehicle, fuel, mileage, and tachograph records.
• Follow designated collection routes while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and housekeeping.
• Assist with street cleansing, recycling, and other operational duties when required.
• Report hazards, incidents, and operational issues to management.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Health & Safety awareness

Customer service

Reliability & punctuality

Education

Full Category C (HGV Class 2) Driving Licence

Driver CPC Qualification Card

Tools

Vehicle telematics knowledge

Waste collection equipment knowledge

Job description

HGV/LGV Driver Loader - Immediate Start

Location: Duncrue Complex, Belfast
Contract: Temporary (Approx. 3 Months)
Shift Patterns

We have the following shifts available:

• Dayshift: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm (3:00pm finish on Fridays) - 3 positions available
• Nightshift: Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00pm - 7:00am (6:30am finish on Monday mornings) - 1 position available

About the Role

We are currently recruiting HGV/LGV Driver Loaders to join a busy operational team based at the Duncrue Complex. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment supporting essential waste collection and recycling services across Belfast. The successful candidates will be responsible for driving refuse collection vehicles, working alongside operational teams, and ensuring waste and recycling collections are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV/LGV refuse collection vehicles.
• Collect and transport waste, recyclable, and compostable materials.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and defect reporting.
• Load and unload waste safely using mechanical lifting equipment.
• Supervise and support crew members during daily operations.
• Complete all required vehicle, fuel, mileage, and tachograph records.
• Follow designated collection routes while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and housekeeping.
• Assist with street cleansing, recycling, and other operational duties when required.
• Report hazards, incidents, and operational issues to management.

Essential Requirements

• Full Category C (HGV Class 2) Driving Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
• Minimum 6 months' experience driving an LGV in a commercial or public sector environment.
• Experience working directly with members of the public.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable with excellent attendance and timekeeping.

Desirable Skills

• Previous waste, recycling, or local authority experience.
• Experience supervising small operational teams.
• Knowledge of vehicle telematics and waste collection equipment.
• Strong customer service skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of
• Monday to Friday dayshift or fixed nightshift opportunities
• Early finish on Fridays (Dayshift)
• Immediate start available
• Approximate 3-month assignment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an essential public service
• Supportive working environment

If you're an experienced HGV Driver looking for your next opportunity and want to be part of a professional team delivering vital services across Belfast, we'd love to hear from you.