At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive an HGV Class 2 vehicle, collect waste, and support recycling efforts.
- Company: Join a community-focused team making a real difference in Bristol.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, 25 days leave, pension contributions, and health support.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for training and progression.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact while enjoying career growth and stability.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 2 licence and good teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 34.54 - 34.54 £ per hour.
Location: Bristol
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 14:18
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Pay Rate: £17.27 - £34.54 per hour (after 12 weeks)
Join a Team That Makes a Difference
Are you an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver looking for a stable role with excellent earning potential and the opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community? We are currently recruiting for HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Drivers to join a dedicated and professional team supporting essential waste and recycling services across Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position with the potential to move into permanent employment.
The Role
As an HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Driver, you will play a key role in keeping the city clean and supporting environmental sustainability. Working as part of a team, your responsibilities will include:
- Safely operating a Class 2 refuse and recycling vehicle.
- Carrying out daily vehicle inspections and reporting any defects.
- Assisting with the collection of waste and recycling materials.
- Loading and unloading recycling boxes and containers.
- Pushing and pulling bins weighing up to 25kg.
- Using mobile technology to complete operational paperwork and route information.
- Providing support to other service areas, including recycling and garden waste collections when required.
- Maintaining high standards of health, safety and customer service at all times.
What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.
- Good knowledge of driver hours, tachograph regulations and road transport legislation.
- A positive, reliable and flexible approach to work.
- The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- A reasonable level of physical fitness, with the ability to lift and manoeuvre loads up to 25kg safely.
- A strong commitment to health and safety.
Benefits
In addition to competitive rates of pay and opportunities for overtime, permanent employees can benefit from an excellent package including:
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- Employer pension contribution of 5%.
- Salary sacrifice car scheme for tax-efficient vehicle leasing.
- BUPA Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support for mental health, financial wellbeing and family matters.
- Mental Health First Aiders across the business.
- BUPA Health Cash Plan, fully funded by the company.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Access to an onsite Physiotherapist.
- Employee referral scheme.
- Dedicated learning and development opportunities, including internal training programmes and career progression pathways.
- Employee recognition through Stand Out Awards and long service awards.
- Free access to the Reward Gateway discount platform, offering savings at over 900 retailers.
Why Apply?
This is more than just a driving role. It's an opportunity to join an organisation that values its people, invests in their development, and provides vital services that directly benefit the local community.
If you're a motivated HGV Class 2 Driver looking for a rewarding career with genuine progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your driving career.
Locations
HGV 2 Refuse Driver in Bath, Somerset employer: M4 Talent Group - Bristol
Join a dedicated team in Bristol as an HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver, where you will not only enjoy competitive pay and excellent benefits but also contribute to the community by supporting essential waste and recycling services. With a strong focus on employee development, mental health support, and a positive work culture, this role offers meaningful career progression and the chance to make a real difference in environmental sustainability.
