Waste Driver

Posted 16 June 2025
Salary 17.81
LocationEnfield EN1 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Transportation / Logistics
ReferenceRQ1544012

Job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

  • To operate a Heavy Goods Vehicle safely and efficiently (HGV) for the collection, transportation, and disposal of waste and recycling materials in accordance with local authority regulations and environmental standards. The role ensures timely waste collection services while maintaining high standards of customer service and vehicle safety.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

  • Operate HGV vehicles (Class 2 or Class 1) for waste and recycling collection routes.
  • Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects or issues.
  • Ensure safe loading and unloading of waste containers.
  • Follow scheduled routes and complete collections within designated timeframes.
Essential Experience Required

  • Proven experience driving HGV vehicles, preferably in waste management or logistics.

Essential Qualification Required

  • Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) or Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
  • Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
Additional information to note

  • Working hours: 36 hours per week


Requirements

Requirements
  • Proven experience driving HGV vehicles, preferably in waste management or logistics.
  • Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) or Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
  • Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).