HGV 2 Dustcart Driver

Job description

We are urgently recruiting HGV Class 2 Dustcart Drivers in Southwark for a well-established waste management contract, offering up to £20.00 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay). This is a great opportunity for experienced refuse drivers looking for steady, well-paid local work.

As an HGV Class 2 Dustcart Driver (Refuse Driver), you will be responsible for completing waste collection routes across Southwark, working alongside a team of loaders to ensure efficient and safe operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving a Class 2 dustcart vehicle on scheduled routes


• Leading and working with a team of refuse loaders


• Completing residential and commercial waste collections


• Carrying out vehicle checks and defect reporting


• Ensuring compliance with waste regulations and safety standards


• Assisting with collections where required


• Completing all relevant paperwork and route documentation

Pay & Benefits:

• £18.20 per hour + holiday pay


• £20.00 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)


• Weekly pay


• Ongoing, consistent work


• Immediate start available


• Stable work within a local authority waste contract

Shift Patterns:

• Start times: 03:00 or 10:00


• Average 7.5 - 8 hour shifts


• 10:00 start shifts are the most urgent


• Regular weekday work available

Requirements:

• Valid HGV Class 2 Licence (Category C)


• CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)


• Digital Tachograph Card


• Previous dustcart / refuse driving experience (ESSENTIAL)


• Good knowledge of UK driving and safety regulations


• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

Location:

Southwark, South London - ideal for drivers based in London and surrounding areas