HGV 2 Dustcart Driver/ Loader

Driver Hire Bedford and Huntingdon; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Variety of clients

Agency support

Job summary

Driver Hire Chelmsford & Harlow is recruiting a Dustcart Driver/Loader to join our client on an ongoing, long-term basis in the Brentwood area.

You will be part of a small team of loaders on daily collection routes, collect waste and recycling from residential and commercial properties, complete routes in a timely, organised manner, and perform daily vehicle checks following health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.
• CPC and Digital Tachograph card required.
• Previous dustcart/refuse collection experience preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and stay detail focused.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a small loader team on daily routes.
• Collect waste and recycling from homes and businesses.
• Complete routes in a timely, organised manner.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and follow health and safety procedures.
• Assist as a Loader when needed: move bins, load waste, heavy lifting.
• Work outdoors in all weather.

Skills

Class 2 license

CPC & Tachograph

Dustcart experience

Teamwork

Job description

Done with long 10-hour days?

Looking for a role that’s more than just driving? Driver Hire Chelmsford & Harlow have the perfect opportunity for you.

Job details

• Contract
• On a daily basis
• Brentwood
• Posted on 25 September 2026
• Job Ref: 080/01404

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Job Description

Fed up with not receiving regular work?

Done with long 10-hour days?

Looking for a role that’s more than just driving? Driver Hire Chelmsford & Harlow have the perfect opportunity for you.

We are currently recruiting for a Dustcart Driver/Loader to join our client on an ongoing, long-term basis in the Brentwood area.

The Role

As a Refuse & Recycling Driver, You Will

• be apart a small team of loaders on daily collection routes
• Ensure waste and recycling are collected efficiently from residential and commercial properties
• Complete routes in a timely and organised manner
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and follow all health & safety procedures

You will also assist as a Loader when needed, which includes:

• Moving and preparing bins for collection
• Loading waste onto the vehicle
• Handling heavy lifting, including sacks and bins
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions

Requirements

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence
• CPC and Digital Tachograph card
• Previous dustcart/refuse experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and safe manoeuvring skills
• Ability to work efficiently and be a team player

Working Hours

• Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 15:30
• Friday: 07:30 – 15:00
• 37 hours per week guaranteed
• 7.5 hours (Mon–Thu)
• 7 hours (Fri)

Benefits

• £16 per hour PAYE standard
• £17.93 Per hour PAYE advanced
• Weekly pay
• Flexible working hours tailored to your availability.
• Opportunities to work with a variety of clients and industries.
• Support from a committed agency team.

Why Apply?

• Ongoing, stable long-term work
• Consistent hours (no excessive 10-hour days)
• Opportunity to support vital community services and keep local streets clean

If you’re reliable, physically fit, and ready to take on a key role in your community, we’d love to hear from you.