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Fifth Wheel Recruitment; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 44,844,000 - 50,259,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Uniform and PPE provided

Attendance bonus

Performance bonus

Job summary

Fifth Wheel Recruitment seeks a Class 2 Driver for Bridgend, with an outdoor role including loading duties. You will drive a refuse vehicle, collect waste from multiple local areas, and assist loaders while maintaining safety protocols. The role runs Monday to Friday, 07:00–15:30, with opportunities for overtime.

You must hold a Class 2 licence, UK DCPC, Digi-tacho, and have at least 6 months of commercial driving experience. A commitment to safety and year-round outdoor work is essential.

Qualifications

• Class 2 licence and CPC card required.
• At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
• UK resident with ability to travel to Bridgend site.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a Class 2 refuse vehicle.
• Collect refuse from different local areas daily.
• Assist loaders with manual handling when required.
• Work safely around pedestrians, traffic and other road users.

Skills

Class 2 Licence

Digi-tacho Card

DCPC Card

Commercial driving experience

Job description

Job Title: Class 2 Driver - Driving and Loading role. Working outdoors in all weathers. Manual Handling required.

Location: Bridgend

Pay Rate: £15.65 to £17.54 p/h + £25 weekly attendance bonus + £500 performance bonus

Shifts: Monday to Friday (07:00 -15:30)

Fifth Wheel Recruitment are looking for Class 2 Drivers in Bridgend to work with our client, who provide all types of business with commercial waste disposal and recycling.

Previous experience working in the waste industry would be beneficial.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: £15.65 to £17.54 p/h + £25 weekly attendance bonus + £500 performance bonus
• Immediate Starts: Begin earning immediately
• Weekly Pay: Payday every Friday
• Overtime Opportunities: Boost your earnings
• Uniform: All PPE provided

All applicants are expected to complete work to a high standard while following site safety procedures.

About you:

• - Driving and operating a Class 2 refuse collection vehicle
• - Collecting refuse from different local areas each day
• - Working alongside the loaders when required
• - Assisting with the manual movement of domestic wheelie bins
• - Working safely around pedestrians, traffic, and other road users

You will have your Class 2 Driving Licence and at least 6 months experience driving commercially. You must also have your UK DCPC card and a valid Digi-tacho card. Our client may accept up to 6 points on your licence, but we can not accept DD, TT, DR, CD, IN endorsements. As a professional Driver, you will be up to date with the WTD regulations.

You will be a UK resident and will be able to travel to and from the site for your shift. We are unable to assist with VISA applications and cannot assist with relocation.