Van & HGV Class 2 ADR

Panda; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A resource recovery company in Darlaston is seeking a reliable Multi-Skilled Driver. This full-time role involves HGV Class 2 and Van driving, focusing on safe and efficient deliveries. Applicants should have a valid HGV Class 2 licence, Driver CPC qualification, and at least two years of professional driving experience. The position offers a pay rate of £15 per hour with various bonuses and allowances. Join a dedicated team committed to environmental excellence and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour

Overtime available at £22.50 per hour

Early Start Bonus: £10.00

Meal Allowance: £3.00

Potential Daily Bonus: Up to £13.00

Night Work Allowance: £26.50

Qualifications

• Must be over 25 years of age for insurance compliance.
• Experience operating both HGV Class 2 and Van vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and weekly vehicle safety and compliance checks.
• Manage and execute collection and delivery routes efficiently.
• Maintain accurate operational records.
• Communicate effectively with the depot team.

Skills

Valid Category C (HGV Class 2) Licence

Current Driver CPC qualification

2+ years professional driving experience

Knowledge of vehicle safety regulations

Excellent communication skills

Familiarity with local Wolverhampton area

Job description

Advert Details

Panda Waste is a team dedicated to environmental excellence in collections and deliveries. We are seeking a reliable and safety‑focused Multi‑Skilled Driver to join our Wolverhamptondepot (WV1 2HS).

The Role

We are looking for an experienced driver for a full‑time role involving a mixture of HGV Class 2 and Van driving duties. You'll be at the forefront of our operations, ensuring safe and efficient collections and deliveries and contributing directly to a cleaner, greener future.

Working Hours & Schedule

Schedule: Full‑Time, Permanent position, Monday to Friday (stable hours).

Start / Finish Times: General working hours between 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Flexibility: Occasional Saturday work may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diligent daily and weekly vehicle safety and compliance checks.
• Efficiently manage and execute assigned collection and delivery routes.
• Maintain accurate electronic and written records for all operational activities.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the depot team to ensure smooth operations.

Essential Requirements

• Valid Category C (HGV Class 2) Licence and current Driver CPC qualification.
• Current Digital Tachograph Card.
• A minimum of 2 years professional driving experience.
• Must be over 25 years of age for insurance compliance.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and transport regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and good knowledge of the local Wolverhampton area.

What We Offer (Compensation & Benefits)

• Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour.
• Overtime: £22.50 per hour (Paid for hours beyond the standard week).
• Early Start Bonus: £10.00 per day (for starts before 4:30 AM).
• Meal Allowance: £3.00 per day.
• Potential Daily Bonus: Up to £13.00 per day (£65.00 per week potential).
• Night Work Allowance: £26.50 per night when required.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a professional, safety‑conscious driver who is comfortable operating both HGV Class 2 and Van vehicles. You are reliable, able to manage your time and routes effectively, and committed to working towards a cleaner future.

About The Company

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……….

Pandaaims to attract and retain a skilled and diverse workforce that best represents the talent available in the communities in which our assets are located and our employees reside.