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Class 2 Waste Driver

CV-Library LE67, Coalville, Leicestershire Posted 08 Oct 2026 Closing: 01 Jan 0001
Permanent, Contract, Temporary Class 2 (Cat C)
£14.71/hour

Job Description & Overview

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are currently seeking to recruit HGV C Waste Drivers to work with our Client on a temporary ongoing basis. Permanent opportunites available for the right Candidates.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job purpose:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Responsible for a small team collecting waste across different types of waste collection, including the weekly food waste collection service, as part of the wider waste management services we provide. To ensure tasks and paperwork are completed in a professional manner to the highest standards of safety and customer service. The postholder may also be required to undertake and support other duties and responsibilities as and when required to meet operational demands and service needs.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Main duties and responsibilities:</p>

<ul class="list-unstyled job-desc-list mb-3">

<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>To drive waste collection vehicles, appropriate to the driving license held; C license required as a minimum.</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>To undertake and support the collection of food waste, refuse, dry recycling, cardboard, garden waste and any other waste collections operated by the service.</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>To undertake all CPC</span></li>

</ul>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements necessary to maintain required driving qualifications, including complying with all traffic laws, legislation and safe operating procedures.</h5>

<ul class="list-unstyled job-desc-list mb-3">

<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>To ensure all waste collection rounds are completed, including helping other crews complete their rounds when requested.</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>Ensure safe operating practices are adhered to by you and others under your supervision.</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>To record and report any incidents such as waste not presented using a handheld device (iPad or similar).</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>To provide operational flexibility by undertaking other duties appropriate to, or below, the grading of the post as and when required to support service delivery.</span></li>

</ul>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">General responsibilities:</p>

<ul class="list-unstyled job-desc-list mb-3">

<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>To always see the service through the eyes of the customer and make suggestions for improvement where appropriate</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>To use/wear all personal protective equipment necessary to the task</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>To maintain safe working practices at all times, and report any accidents, hazards or near misses immediately</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>To constantly challenge own performance and make improvements</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>To carry out duties efficiently and effectively</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>To participate in the Client’s appraisal scheme and to undertake any necessary training and development as identified for the job role</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>To undertake any other reasonable tasks appropriate to the grading of the post and as required by the Team Manager</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>To promote the Client's Equality and Diversity Policy to ensure service provision and employment practices are non-discriminatory</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>To assist in the event of a civil emergency in any way as instructed</span></li>

</ul>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This job description describes the general duties of the job and does not preclude other duties which are necessary for the efficient service delivery of the Client and team in serving its communities and meeting its objectives.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Driver Resource Recruitment who are actings as a Recruitment Business</p>

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Key Details
  • Date Posted: 08 Oct 2026
  • Location: LE67, Coalville, Leicestershire
  • Employment Type: Permanent, Contract, Temporary
  • Licence: Class 2 (Cat C)
  • Category: Distribution
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