HGV Driver (C+E)
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further...</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">HGV Driver (C+E) - Spare Driver</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: £17.48 p/h</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: Full-time, 46.50 hours per week</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Herefordshire</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">As an HGV Driver (C+E), you will operate hook lift vehicles to transport waste between our sites across Worcestershire and Herefordshire.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of our waste management operations and provide excellent service in line with safety, environmental, and operational standards.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">This vacancy is for a full-time position, working five days a week, Wednesday to Sunday.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our promise to you</p>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Competitive salary</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>The equivalent of 28 days’ annual leave</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Pension scheme</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>On-the-job training and progression opportunities</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Recognition scheme</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Refer a friend scheme</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle-to-work scheme, and holiday purchase (where applicable)</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform</span></li>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">What will you be doing?</p>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Driving HGV hook lift vehicles to service FCC sites and third-party waste facilities</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Carrying out daily vehicle inspections, safety checks, and defect reporting</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensuring loads are secured safely and in line with company procedures</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complying with transport legislation and maintaining accurate driver records</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Wearing issued PPE/uniform and always maintaining high safety standards</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Providing a polite and professional service to colleagues, customers, and the public</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Supporting additional operational duties as required</span></li>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">What are we looking for?</p>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A valid C+E driving licence (clean licence preferred)</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience as an HGV driver (hook lift experience desirable, but training can be provided)</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Knowledge of the local area (advantageous)</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A flexible, reliable, and safety-conscious approach</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Strong customer service skills and ability to work well in a team</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A commitment to health and safety in all aspects of work</span></li>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">About us</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Severn Waste Services is the public face of municipal waste management in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. We are proud to be part of FCC Environment, one of the nation’s leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise waste sent to landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">We operate numerous facilities across England, Scotland, and Wales, employing around 4,200 dedicated people. The UK's recycling and waste management industry has never been more critical. We need innovative individuals who are up for the challenge of tackling climate change. We need people with fresh ideas. We need you. Together, we will meet the UK’s waste management and energy recovery needs.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">How to apply</p>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 05 Oct 2026
- Location: Hereford
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Licence: Class 1 (C+E)
- Category: Distribution
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