RCV Driver — Make a Green Impact (5am Start)

Applefields School; Rufforth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Pension scheme

Bank holidays & Sundays pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at retailers

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Flexible payment options

Job summary

Yorwaste is seeking a Recycling Collection Vehicle (RCV) Driver to service commercial customers across York and North Yorkshire. The role requires safe operation of our vehicle fleet, independent work, and strong time-management to meet routes and schedules.

This is a permanent, full-time position with a 5:00 AM start and 12-hour days, Monday to Friday, with potential holiday coverage. You will hold a Category C license (Class 2) with no disqualifications and a valid Driver CPC.

Qualifications

• Category C drivers licence (Class 2) with no historical disqualifications.
• Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) required.

Responsibilities

• Drive and collect recycling at commercial sites.
• Operate RCVs safely in line with health and safety standards.
• Coordinate with transport planners to manage routes and schedules.
• Work as a lone driver and cover holidays/bank holidays when needed.
• Be flexible to adapt to weather and operational changes.

Skills

Category C Licence (Class 2)

Driver CPC

Job description

Yorwaste is seeking a Recycling Collection Vehicle (RCV) Driver to service commercial customers across York and North Yorkshire. The role requires safe operation of our vehicle fleet, independent work, and strong time-management to meet routes and schedules.

This is a permanent, full-time position with a 5:00 AM start and 12-hour days, Monday to Friday, with potential holiday coverage. You will hold a Category C license (Class 2) with no disqualifications and a valid Driver CPC.