At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles, collect waste, and support recycling efforts in Bristol.
- Company: Join a community-focused organisation making a positive environmental impact.
- Benefits: Earn up to £34.54 per hour, enjoy 25 days leave, and access health support.
- Other info: Great opportunities for newly qualified drivers and ongoing training available.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while enjoying excellent pay and career growth.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 2 licence and a positive, flexible attitude.
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)
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.
As an HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Driver, you will play a key role in keeping the city clean and supporting environmental sustainability:
- 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.
- Providing support to other service areas, including recycling and garden waste collections when required.
Requirements:
- 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.
- Will take on newly qualified Class 2 drivers.
- The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
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.
- BUPA Health Cash Plan, fully funded by the company.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- £34.54 per hour paid on bank holidays.
- 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.
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.
