At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles, delivering and collecting containers safely and efficiently.
- Company: Join Panda, a leading waste management provider focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Earn £14.47 per hour, with overtime pay, paid breaks, and full PPE provided.
- Other info: Stable, full-time work with opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team making a positive impact in local communities.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 2 licence and experience in driving HGVs required.
The predicted salary is between 14.47 - 14.47 £ per hour.
About the Role
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 site
What 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 Saturdays
What 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 business
Why 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.
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