HGV Rigid Truck Driver

SeeMeHired.com; Oranmore; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsh Waste & Recycling in Galway is seeking a reliable HGV Rigid Truck Driver to join our collections team. Operating a Rear End Loader (REL) truck, you will perform scheduled waste and recyclables collections for commercial customers across Galway City and County.

You will inspect the vehicle daily, maintain roadworthiness, deliver a professional service, and build strong customer relationships while upholding safety, accuracy and punctuality.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid C driving licence and CPC.
• C1 driving licence is preferred.
• Safe Pass is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Rear End Loader (REL) truck, completing scheduled waste and mixed dry recyclables collections across designated routes.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and ensure the vehicle remains roadworthy, safe and compliant with company and legal requirements.
• Deliver a professional and efficient collection service, ensuring all collections are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Build positive relationships with customers, respond to queries professionally and elevate issues where appropriate.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team while maintaining high standards of safety, customer service, and productivity.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Education

C Driving licence (required)

CPC (required)

C1 Driving licence (preferred)

Safe Pass (preferred)

Job description

HGV Rigid Truck Driver

Walsh Waste & Recycling is seeking a reliable, customer-focused HGV Rigid Truck Driver to join our collections team. Operating a Rear End Loader (REL) Truck, you will play a vital role in providing waste and recycling collection services to commercial customers throughout Galway City and County.

Reporting to the Solid Waste Operations Manager, this position offers the opportunity to work with a growing company committed to safety, service excellence and environmental sustainability.

About the role

• Safely operate a Rear End Loader (REL) truck, completing scheduled waste and mixed dry recyclables collections across designated routes.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and ensure the vehicle remains roadworthy, safe and compliant with company and legal requirements.
• Deliver a professional and efficient collection service, ensuring all collections are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Build positive relationships with customers, respond to queries professionally and elevate issues where appropriate.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team while maintaining high standards of safety, customer service, and productivity.

Licence/Certification:

• C Driving licence (required)
• C1 Driving licence (preferred)
• CPC (required)

About the company

Walsh Waste and Recycling is a proudly family-owned and operated company based in Galway, built on a foundation of strong core values: Customer Care, Reliability, Quality, Legacy, Honesty, Respect, Fairness, and Trust. We provide comprehensive waste management solutions across domestic, commercial, industrial, and construction sectors, ensuring the safe and responsible collection and disposal of both solid and liquid waste.

Required Criteria

• C Driving licence (required)
• CPC (required)

Desired Criteria

• C1 Driving licence (preferred)
• afe Pass (preferred)