Class 2 Refuse Driver
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Title: Class 2 Refuse Drivers</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Gloucester</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: Ongoing – 5 days per week</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay Rate: £16.62 - £18.63 per hour</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are looking for a reliable and professional Class 2 Refuse Driver to join our client’s waste management team in Gloucester.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a great opportunity for experienced HGV Class 2 drivers looking for steady, ongoing work with competitive pay.</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>
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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>Operate a Class 2 refuse collection vehicle safely and efficiently</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>Collect waste along designated routes, maintaining schedules</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>Complete vehicle pre-checks and report any defects or maintenance issues</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>Interact courteously with the public and site personnel where required</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>Follow all Health & Safety and waste collection protocols</span></li>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Required Qualifications & Skills</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>Valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence</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>Driver CPC / DQC qualification and digital tachograph card</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>Maximum 6 penalty points (no DR10 endorsements)</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>Previous refuse collection or commercial driving experience 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>Good physical fitness (some manual handling required)</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>Positive, team-player attitude with strong communication skills</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>Minimum 12 months HGV Driving experience</span></li>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Hours</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>Monday to Friday</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>6.45am-5.00pm</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>37hr week</span></li>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 13 Oct 2026
- Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Licence: Class 2 (Cat C)
- Category: Distribution
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