HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver

Job description

Position: HGV 2 Dustcart Driver

Location: Basildon

Hours: 07:15 to Finish Monday to Friday

Salary: £21.24 per hour

About Us

At DriverForce UK, we specialise in providing reliable driving and logistics professionals to reputable clients across the UK. We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver to join our client in Basildon on an ongoing temporary basis, offering consistent work, competitive pay, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Enjoy a role that offers excellent earning potential, a great work-life balance, and ongoing opportunities.

Competitive pay of £21.24 per hour

Tuesday to Friday working pattern for long weekends every week

Minimum of 7.25 hours paid per shift

Ongoing temporary work with consistent hours

Enhanced hourly rates available for weekend work during busy periods

Opportunity to work with a well-established and professional team

About the Role

As a HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver, you will play an important role in keeping local communities clean by safely collecting household waste and recycling across the Basilldon area.

Drive a refuse collection vehicle on planned local routes

Lead and work alongside a team of loaders throughout the shift

Collect household, recycling, and garden waste from residential properties

Empty waste at authorised disposal facilities

Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections and complete required paperwork

Assist the loading team when operationally required

About You

We're looking for a reliable and safety-conscious driver with the right experience and a strong work ethic.

Hold a valid Category C (Class 2) HGV licence

Have a minimum of 2 years' HGV Class 2 driving experience

Previous rear steer and dustcart/refuse vehicle experience is essential

Hold a valid Driver CPC qualification

Be physically fit and happy to assist with loading duties when required

Demonstrate excellent awareness of road safety and teamwork

Next Steps

If you're an experienced HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver looking for ongoing work with competitive pay, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your application with your up-to-date CV

Ensure your driving licence and CPC details are current

Successful applicants will be contacted by our recruitment team

Be prepared to discuss your previous refuse or dustcart driving experience

Immediate starts may be available for suitable candidates

DriverForce UK Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this vacancy

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Basildon

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£21.00 Per Hour

Published at

13-08-2026

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