At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles, delivering and collecting containers safely and efficiently.
- Company: Join Panda, a leading waste management provider focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Earn £14.47 per hour with paid breaks, overtime, and full PPE provided.
- Other info: Stable, full-time work with opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team making a positive impact in local communities.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 2 licence and experience in driving HGVs required.
The predicted salary is between 14.47 - 14.47 £ per hour.
At Panda, we keep the country moving by delivering reliable waste and recycling services that support local communities and businesses. We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join our Widnes team, operating skip and RoRo vehicles across the local area. This is a hands-on role for a driver who takes pride in safe driving, good customer service, and keeping their vehicle to a high standard.
What you’ll be doing:
- Operating HGV Class 2 skip and RoRo vehicles safely and efficiently
- Delivering, exchanging, and collecting containers across customer sites
- Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptly
- Ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and road laws
- Working safely at all times and following site, transport, and road regulations
- Providing a professional and helpful service to customers on site
- Supporting the wider transport and depot team at our Widnes site
What we’re looking for:
- Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
- Valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
- Proven experience driving HGVs, ideally within the waste management sector
- Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance, safety regulations, and compliance
- A reliable, professional approach with a commitment to teamwork
- Excellent communication skills and a practical, customer-focused attitude
- Flexibility to support operational needs, including a 6am start and occasional Saturdays
What you’ll get:
- £14.47 per hour
- 45-hour guaranteed week
- Overtime paid at £18.09 per hour (after 40 hours)
- Paid breaks
- Full PPE and uniform provided
- Ongoing training and opportunities to build your skills further
- Company pension
- Death in service benefit (after 6 months)
- Stable, full-time work with an established business
This is a great opportunity to join a leading waste management provider committed to sustainability. You will be part of a busy operation with consistent work, a supportive team, and the chance to build a long-term driving career at our Widnes depot. If you’re a dependable driver who values safety, professionalism, and doing the job properly, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now to join Panda in Widnes.
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