Job Description:

HGV Class 2 Refuse Collections Driver

Location: Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14
Pay Rate: £16.59 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm
Contract Type: Temporary Ongoing with Potential for Permanent Employment

Join a Leading Waste Management Team

We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated HGV Class 2 Refuse Collections Driver to join a busy waste management operation based in Stowmarket, Suffolk (IP14). This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class 2 driver looking for consistent weekday work, competitive pay, and the potential to secure a permanent position with a well-established organisation.

This is a hands-on role that combines professional driving duties with assisting the collection crew to ensure refuse and recycling rounds are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily refuse and recycling collections across designated routes
• Safely operate HGV Class 2 vehicles and associated collection equipment
• Assist refuse loaders when required to ensure rounds are completed efficiently
• Use in-cab technology and mobile devices in accordance with operational procedures
• Complete all required paperwork and electronic records accurately and in real time
• Conduct daily pre-use and post-use vehicle inspections, reporting defects promptly
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of vehicles and equipment
• Follow safe manual handling and lifting procedures at all times
• Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with residents and members of the public
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, road transport regulations, and health & safety requirements

What We're Looking For

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• No more than 6 penalty points on your licence
• No major endorsements
• Willingness to assist with loading duties as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, hardworking, and self-motivated
• Flexible approach with the ability to undertake a variety of tasks
• Previous refuse collection or waste management experience is advantageous but not essential
• A clean driving licence is desirable

What's in It for You?

• Competitive pay rate of £16.59 per hour
• Temporary ongoing assignment with the opportunity to become permanent
• Opportunity to work within an essential public service role
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate start available

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.