LGV Class 2 Driver — Drive Waste Innovation & Growth

Grundon; Ewelme; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus scheme

Training provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Grundon is seeking a dynamic Transport team member for our Ewelme depot to learn to drive and operate a range of waste collection vehicles safely, with a focus on hazardous clinical waste.

Based at the Ewelme depot, you will perform daily vehicle checks, maintain records, and ensure compliance with tachograph rules and safety standards. Training is provided for the right candidate, with discretionary bonus potential and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid LGV Class 2 licence, Driver Qualification Card (DQC) and digital tachograph driver card.
• ADR certification is desirable; training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Class 1 (C+E) licence is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily vehicle checks, reporting and escalating defects in line with legal requirements.
• Comply with tachograph legislation, WTD, SOPs, and Risk Assessments.
• Report incidents, near misses, contaminated bins, and non-conforming waste promptly with accurate paperwork.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and complete weekly wheel nut torque checks.
• Wear and maintain PPE/uniform to required Health & Safety standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Ensure punctuality, accurate record-keeping, and completion of duty hours while supporting overtime when required.

Skills

LGV Class 2 licence

DQC

Tachograph card

ADR (desirable)

Class 1 licence (desirable)

Tools

Tachograph device

Job description

Grundon is seeking a dynamic Transport team member for our Ewelme depot to learn to drive and operate a range of waste collection vehicles safely, with a focus on hazardous clinical waste.

Based at the Ewelme depot, you will perform daily vehicle checks, maintain records, and ensure compliance with tachograph rules and safety standards. Training is provided for the right candidate, with discretionary bonus potential and a competitive salary.