Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only
Job Description
Looking for reliable weekday work with early starts and early finishes? We’re currently recruiting a dependable 7.5 Tonne Refuse Driver to join a busy waste collection team based in Alfreton.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced driver looking for regular hours, overtime opportunities and the potential to secure a permanent position.
The Role
Working alongside a team of loaders, you’ll drive designated routes across Derbyshire, collecting household and commercial waste safely and efficiently.
Your duties will include:
Driving a 7.5-tonne refuse vehicle along designated routes
Collecting household and commercial waste
Working alongside loaders to complete collections
Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects
Completing required paperwork
Following health and safety procedures at all times
You’ll need to be physically fit, comfortable working outdoors and able to work effectively as part of a team.
Duration: DurationTemporary position with the opportunity to secure a permanent contractOngoing work with consistent weekday hours
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: Pay & Benefits£14.00 per hour28 days’ holiday per yearRegular weekday workEarly starts and early finishesOpportunity to secure a permanent contract
Working Hours: Working HoursMonday to Friday05:45 startsFinishes typically around 14:00No weekend work required as part of the standard working weekSaturday hours available at the overtime rate
Closing Date: 20261026
Experience & Qualifications
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you’ll need:
A valid UK Category C1 driving licence (7.5 tonnes)
A valid Digital Tachograph Card
A good understanding of driver hours and road transport regulations
The ability to work effectively as part of a team
A reliable, punctual and safety-conscious approach
Physical fitness and comfort working outdoors
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