HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver

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HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver

Location: Quarrington, NG34

Pay: £14.85 per hour

Overtime: £18.56 per hour after 40 hours

Additional: Bin collection bonus

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, early morning starts

Contract: Full-Time | Temp to Perm

About the Role

Daval Associates are recruiting HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Drivers on behalf of a well-established waste management company based at Quarrington Depot.

This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity offering consistent weekday work, paid breaks, overtime opportunities and the potential to secure a permanent position.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of commercial waste using a modern fleet of Class 2 vehicles. The role involves early morning starts, regular routes and working directly with commercial customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out commercial waste collections in line with scheduled routes.

• Safely operate a Class 2 vehicle throughout daily collections.

• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.

• Ensure all collections are completed safely, efficiently and within scheduled times.

• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach when dealing with customers.

• Follow all Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Health & Safety regulations.

• Comply with company procedures and relevant waste management legislation.

• Complete required paperwork and collection records accurately.

• Work effectively as part of a wider driving and waste collection team.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence.

• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.

• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.

• Previous Class 2 driving experience preferred.

• Waste management experience is advantageous but not essential.

• Good understanding of Driver Hours, road safety and relevant regulations.

• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.

• Good communication and customer service skills.

• Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual duties where required.

• Comfortable working outdoors and in all weather conditions.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused Class 2 driver who takes pride in their work and is committed to providing a professional service to customers.

Previous experience within the waste management sector is beneficial, but we are also interested in candidates with strong Class 2 driving experience, a good work ethic and the right attitude.

What We Offer

• £14.85 per hour basic rate.

• £18.56 per hour overtime rate after 40 hours.

• Additional bin collection bonus.

• Monday to Friday working pattern.

• Consistent full-time hours.

• Paid breaks.

• Early morning starts.

• Regular routes.

• Ongoing work with a well-established waste management company.

• Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

• Opportunity to develop a long-term career within the waste management industry.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver looking for stable, Monday-to-Friday work with the opportunity to secure a permanent position, we would like to hear from you