HGV 2 Driver - #2191700

HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Driver

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.