Lead Class 2 Waste & Cleansing Driver (Nottingham)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Class 2 Waste and Cleansing Driver in Nottingham. You will operate HGV Class 2 vehicles on designated routes, lead a small crew, perform safety checks, and ensure high standards of service and safety on every shift.

The role requires a valid Category C licence and Driver CPC, with a 37-hour week at Eastcroft Depot. Evening/weekend flexibility and in-cab tech experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience driving HGV Class 2 (Category C) vehicles.
• Experience working within refuse collection and street cleansing.
• Experience conducting daily vehicle safety checks.
• Experience supervising or leading operational teams.
• Experience working in public-facing environments.
• Experience using in-cab technology and electronic reporting systems.
• Strong understanding of road safety and vehicle compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 2 waste and cleansing vehicles on designated routes.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections and defect reporting.
• Lead and supervise a small crew during daily operations.
• Ensure waste collection and cleansing services are completed safely and efficiently.
• Operate in-cab systems and digital reporting software.
• Record service delivery information, incidents, and operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with road traffic legislation and Council procedures.
• Promote health and safety best practice at all times.
• Liaise professionally with residents, businesses, and members of the public.
• Support refuse collection, recycling, cleansing, and environmental services operations.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, customer service, and operational performance.
• Respond appropriately to incidents and operational challenges on route.

Skills

HGV Class 2 driving

Crew leadership

Public-facing experience

In-cab technology

Road safety awareness

Education

Valid Category C Driving Licence

Driver CPC Qualification Card

Right to Work in the UK

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Class 2 Waste and Cleansing Driver in Nottingham. You will operate HGV Class 2 vehicles on designated routes, lead a small crew, perform safety checks, and ensure high standards of service and safety on every shift.

The role requires a valid Category C licence and Driver CPC, with a 37-hour week at Eastcroft Depot. Evening/weekend flexibility and in-cab tech experience are advantageous.