HGV 2 Refuse Driver

Job description

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bristol

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-06-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English