Trade Waste Driver

WSR Recycling; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A resource recovery company in Lutterworth is seeking a diligent driver to safely collect commercial waste using HGV Class 2 vehicles. The ideal candidate should hold a valid UK Class 2 license and Driver CPC, have a physical fitness for manual tasks, and experience in waste operations is preferred. This role offers competitive pay starting at £14.85/hour, with opportunities for overtime and bonuses. Enjoy consistent Monday to Friday shifts, while being part of a team committed to sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Bonuses for performance

PPE/uniform provided

Ongoing training opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Attendance on scheduled shift starting at 4am, Monday to Friday.
• Experience in the waste sector is preferred.
• Strong physical fitness for manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely collect and transport commercial waste using HGV Class 2 vehicles.
• Plan efficient routes to maximize productivity.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects.

Skills

HGV Class 2 vehicle operation

Route planning and navigation

Customer service

Manual handling

Education

Valid UK Class 2 (Category C) license

Current Driver CPC

Digital tachograph card

Job description

The Role

Operating from our Lutterworth depot, you'll safely collect and transport commercial waste using our modern fleet. Enjoy consistent Monday–Friday shifts starting at 4am with all breaks paid and opportunities for occasional Saturday overtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV Class 2 vehicles (RCVs) for waste collections
• Facilitate collection of wheeled bin containers
• Plan efficient routes to maximise productivity and minimise environmental impact
• Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring sites are tidy and bins correctly positioned
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects (DVSA compliant)
• Adhere to waste duty of care regulations and health/safety standards

Essential Requirements

• Valid UK Class 2 (Category C) licence + current Driver CPC
• Digital tachograph card
• Experience in waste sector operations (preferred)
• Physical fitness for manual handling tasks

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: £14.85/hour + overtime at £18.56/hour (after 40 hours/week)
• Bonuses:8p per bin collected, plus a Daily Service Success Bonus of up to £18.
• Work-Life Balance: Fixed shifts + occasional Saturday overtime options
• Full Support: PPE/uniform provided + ongoing training

The Ideal Candidate

You're a safety-focused driver who takes pride in vehicle presentation and customer service. With strong route knowledge of the Midlands region and commitment to sustainability, you'll thrive in a role that balances independence with team collaboration.

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Join us on the journey…..

Over the past 30 years, Panda has continued to grow and acquire businesses that all share a very similar vision and set of values. We’re now a group of almost 3000 people, all contributing to that growth and success.

Whilst Panda is the parent company to numerous brands, we all share an ambitious vision for the future. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people and connected partners is front and centre. As a team, we’re safer together. We deliver our customers with a partnership approach to managing their resources responsibly. We constantly push the boundaries of innovation. What’s good today can be better tomorrow.

Panda is not just a company, it’s a resource recovery business. Over the past three decades we’ve grown and diversified significantly, we believe that great leadership is rooted in strong values. As leaders within this industry, we’re committed to shaping a better future for our friends, families and communities. Our philosophy remains unchanged, balancing customer satisfaction with environmentally sustainable practices. Exceptional customer service, and unwavering dedication to sustainability are the cornerstones of our business.

Our journey is dependent upon talented, passionate, and dedicated people that constantly strive and challenge each other for better outcomes.

Take the first step today and join us on the journey……….

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