HGV Driver Class 2 Refuse Collection
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">HGV Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Brecklands, Watton, IP25</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay: £15.52 per hour</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Duration: Temporary ongoing - 40 hours a week for 12 weeks and then possibility to go permanent</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: 05:45am - 14:15pm (hours may differ due to being on task and finish)</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Potential: Permanent position available for the right candidate</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are currently recruiting for HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a busy refuse and recycling collection team in Watton.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be responsible for carrying out daily food waste, refuse and recycling collections, working as part of a team to complete routes safely and efficiently.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role operates on a Task & Finish basis, meaning finish times may vary depending on how quickly the daily route is completed.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Your Responsibilities</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Carry out daily refuse, recycling and food waste collections</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Operate collection vehicles and associated machinery safely</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Assist refuse loaders while out on your rounds</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Use in-cab technology and mobile devices as required</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete relevant paperwork and records in real time</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Carry out daily vehicle and machinery checks</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Report any defects or issues</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles and machinery</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Follow safe lifting and handling procedures</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain excellent customer service when dealing with members of the public and other road users</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Work effectively as part of a team to complete routes within the required service levels</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid HGV Class 2 licence</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">No more than 6 penalty points</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid Driver CPC</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good communication and interpersonal skills</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Reliable and self-motivated</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Willing to undertake a variety of tasks</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Willingness to assist refuse loaders as part of the collection team</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous refuse/recycling experience is desirable but not essentialApply today for an immediate opportunity with guaranteed full-time hours and potential for a permanent position.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010</p>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 29 Sep 2026
- Location: Swaffham, Norfolk
- Employment Type: Temporary
- Licence: Class 2 (Cat C)
- Category: Distribution
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