At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive and collect electronic waste while ensuring safe and responsible disposal.
- Company: Join iWaste, a fast-growing leader in WEEE recycling across the UK.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, no weekend work, and optional paid nights away.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic role with hands-on work and varied daily tasks.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in recycling and protecting the environment every day.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a dependable, organised approach.
The predicted salary is between 26500 - 30000 £ per year.
Join Our Growing Team at iWaste! iWaste is a fast-growing UK-wide specialist in electrical and electronic waste (WEEE) recycling. We provide businesses with simple, reliable and fully compliant waste collection and recycling services across the country. From IT equipment and electrical goods to batteries, bins and full site clearances, we collect and process a wide range of materials, helping customers dispose of waste safely and responsibly. We also support specialist projects including secure data destruction and equipment decommissioning.
At iWaste, you’ll be part of a practical, hands-on team that keeps businesses moving and the environment protected. No two days are the same, and every job plays a part in delivering essential nationwide recycling services.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Carrying out daily vehicle checks — including oil, coolant, and AdBlue levels — and reporting any faults or damage promptly.
- Taking ownership of your assigned vehicle, ensuring it is kept clean and fully stocked with necessary supplies.
- Driving to and from customer and supplier locations across the UK, in line with UK driving regulations.
- Exchanging bins, emptying containers, loading loose equipment into stillages, and carrying out a range of general collection duties on customer sites.
- Managing an average of 3–4 jobs per day, starting from the furthest destination and working your way back to site (e.g., trips to South Wales or Birmingham).
- Loading vehicles securely using provided ratchet straps, ensuring all equipment is safe for transport.
- Using a company mobile to capture collection and delivery confirmations via site contact signatures (full training provided).
Who We’re Looking For:
- A strong communicator
- Punctual, dependable, and trustworthy
- Well-organised, with the ability to plan ahead
- A natural problem-solver with a calm, polite manner
- Physically capable and comfortable with manual handling
This role involves a mix of driving and hands-on work, and we expect every team member to represent iWaste with professionalism and courtesy at all times — whether dealing with customers, colleagues, or the general public.
The Details:
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 hour days, working hours vary between 6am and 6pm (latest).
- No weekend work — ever.
- Full-time position with optional nights away (paid).
Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. If you have not heard from us within 5 working days, unfortunately, your application has not been successful.
Waste Handling & Collection Driver in Reading employer: Intelligent Waste Management Ltd
At iWaste, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where every team member plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable waste management. Our supportive culture fosters professional growth through hands-on experience and training, while our commitment to work-life balance ensures that you can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment while enjoying the benefits of a full-time position with no weekend work and the opportunity for paid nights away.
Contact Details:
Intelligent Waste Management Ltd Recruitment Team
