HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Driver Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements. Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 14:18 Contract: Temporary to Permanent Pay Rate: £17.27 £34.54 per hour (after 12 weeks) 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. As an HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Driver, you will play a key role in keeping the city clean and supporting environmental sustainability. 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. Providing support to other service areas, including recycling and garden waste collections when required. 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. 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. BUPA Health Cash Plan, fully funded by the company. Cycle to Work scheme. 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. 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….
