Recycling & Refuse Driver

Supreme Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking a Refuse & Recycling Driver in Barnet to join their waste services team. This role involves driving a refuse vehicle, performing curbside collections, and ensuring cleanliness in the community. Candidates should possess a full UK driving licence and have a proactive attitude. Experience in waste collection is desirable. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive pay and stable hours from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive work environment

Stable working hours

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in waste collection is desirable but not essential.
• Physically fit and capable of walking, lifting, and bending.

Responsibilities

• Drive a refuse vehicle across designated routes.
• Load wheelie bins and refuse sacks into the collection vehicle.
• Perform curbside collections of general waste and recycling.

Skills

Driving a refuse vehicle

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Proactive attitude

Education

Full UK driving licence (HGV preferred)

Job description

Overview

Refuse & Recycling Driver - BARNET

IMMEDIATE START - Must have C License and CPC
Location: BARNET
Salary: £16.00 - £20.00 per hour
Hours: 06:00 - 14:30
Schedule: Monday to Friday (ongoing)

Are you looking for a hands-on, outdoor role that helps keep your community clean and green? Our client is currently hiring Refuse & Recycling Drivers to join our hardworking and dedicated waste services team.

About the Role

As a Refuse Driver, you'll play a vital part in keeping Bridgwater clean, safe, and environmentally responsible. Your duties will include:

• Driving a refuse vehicle across designated routes
• Loading wheelie bins and refuse sacks into the collection vehicle
• Performing curbside collections of general waste, recycling, food waste, and green waste
• Assisting with bin deliveries, litter picking, and occasional street cleaning
• Working in all weather conditions and covering long distances on foot each shift

This is a physically demanding job that requires stamina, resilience, and a strong work ethic.

What We're Looking For

• A full UK driving licence (HGV preferred)
• Good team spirit and ability to work independently when needed
• Physically fit - walking, lifting, and bending are part of your daily duties
• A proactive, can-do attitude
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Experience in waste collection or a similar role is desirable but not essential

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Stable Monday to Friday working hours - enjoy your weekends!
• A role that keeps you active and outdoors
• Be part of a team making a real difference in the local community

Ready to take the wheel and drive change in your community? Apply today and join the Supreme Recruitment's Slough waste services team