At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGVs for multi-drop deliveries across Northern Ireland and ensure excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at RiverRidge, a leader in the waste industry.
- Benefits: Earn £16.22 per hour, enjoy bonuses, overtime pay, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for overtime and career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a vital service while enjoying competitive pay and great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV licence (Category 'C'), Digital Tachograph card, and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 16.22 - 16.22 £ per hour.
We are currently looking for full time HGV Drivers (C) to join our busy teams at our site in Garvagh. As a Driver you will be required to complete multi drop deliveries and collections throughout NI. The Driver will also be required to collect and move commercial containers when required.
As an AM shift Driver, you will start at 05.30am based from Garvagh site, Monday to Friday, with Saturdays required, on a rota basis.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Ensure excellent customer service skills that support the RiverRidge Brand
- Ensure Health & Safety adherence at all times
- Complete vehicle checks in line with Operating licence procedures, reporting any defects to the Transport Office (both electronically and verbally)
- Follow all regulations relating to driver's hours and safe operation of heavy goods vehicles
- Work collaboratively with the transport team to ensure excellent operational service is maintained, and continually improved
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Undertake all necessary training, & cooperate with the security clearance process as required
- Any other duties as delegated by the Transport Department
Essential Criteria
- Must hold a valid HGV licence - Category 'C'
- Must hold a Digital Tachograph card and Full Driver CPC
- Full UK Driving Licence (Max of 6 penalty points)
- Security Clearances
- Ability to undertake manual work
- Flexible approach to working hours is required in relation to finish times, weekends, and bank holidays
- Excellent customer service skills
- Team Player
- Good Communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Good Knowledge of driver's hours, rules, and regulations
Desirable Criteria
- Minimum of 6 months HGV driving experience
- Previous experience working in the waste industry
Any offer of employment will be subject to a successful driving assessment. Must be able to provide documentation to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK.
What we offer!
- Competitive Hourly Rate - £16.22ph
- Annual Bonus scheme available
- Overtime rate of Time and a Half for hours worked over 43 hours Monday to Friday
- Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holiday - Time and a Half
- 28 days Annual leave (incl. of 8 Customary/Bank Holidays)
- Company pension scheme
- Employee Uniform
Closing Date: 27th August 2026, 5 pm. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.
HGV Driver- Garvagh employer: River Ridge Recycling
Join a dynamic team as an HGV Driver, where you will enjoy competitive pay and a supportive work culture that values your contributions. With opportunities for growth and development, our company prioritises employee well-being and offers a flexible schedule to balance work and life. Located in Northern Ireland, you'll be part of a community-focused organisation that recognises the importance of reliable service and teamwork.
