HGV Class 2 Skips/RORO Driver

Advert Details:

At Panda, we keep the country moving by delivering reliable waste and recycling services that support local communities and businesses.

We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join our Widnes team, operating skip and RoRo vehicles across the local area.

This is a hands-on role for a driver who takes pride in safe driving, good customer service, and keeping their vehicle to a high standard.

What you’ll be doing

Operating HGV Class 2 skip and RoRo vehicles safely and efficiently

Delivering, exchanging, and collecting containers across customer sites

Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptly

Ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and road laws

Working safely at all times and following site, transport, and road regulations

Providing a professional and helpful service to customers on site

Supporting the wider transport and depot team at our Widnes siteWhat we’re looking for

Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence

Valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card

Proven experience driving HGVs, ideally within the waste management sector

Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, safety regulations, and compliance

A reliable, professional approach with a commitment to teamwork

Excellent communication skills and a practical, customer-focused attitude

Flexibility to support operational needs, including a 6am start and occasional SaturdaysWhat you’ll get

£14.47 per hour

45-hour guaranteed week

Overtime paid at £18.09 per hour (after 40 hours)

Paid breaks

Full PPE and uniform provided

Ongoing training and opportunities to build your skills further

Company pension

Death in service benefit (after 6 months)

Stable, full-time work with an established businessWhy join Panda?

This is a great opportunity to join a leading waste management provider committed to sustainability.

You will be part of a busy operation with consistent work, a supportive team, and the chance to build a long-term driving career at our Widnes depot.

If you’re a dependable driver who values safety, professionalism, and doing the job properly, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now to join Panda in Widnes.

About The Company

We are Panda. We value waste.

We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together.

We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward.

We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.

And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.

Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.

Take the first step and join us on the journey.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.

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