HGV Class 2 Driver - Refuse & Recycling - Ongoing Work

Description

We are recruiting multiple Class 2 Refuse Drivers to join a dedicated waste and recycling team based in Kingsbridge, South Devon. The job is a physically active role collecting domestic waste from residential properties. This position offers a great opportunity for drivers who are seeking consistent work and have the potential to transition into a permanent role.

Location

Kingsbridge, Devon (commutable from South Brent, Totnes, Paignton, Plymouth, and surrounding areas)

Salary

GBP17.37 to GBP26.06 per hour (PAYE Advanced), with other pay methods also available

Key Responsibilities

Drive a Class 2 (Cat C) vehicle safely and efficiently on residential collection routes

Assist in the loading and unloading of refuse and recycling materials

Communicate with the depot team to receive daily route updates

Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any maintenance needs

Adhere to all health and safety protocols

Qualifications

Essential:

Valid Category C (Class 2) driving licence

Full CPC and digital tachograph cards

No more than 6 points on licence (strictly no DR, DD, or IN endorsements)

Physically fit and able to lift/carry bins and recycling containers

Access to your own transport to travel to the depot

A mobile phone to receive route and scheduling updates

Desirable:

Previous experience in refuse collection or multi-drop driving

Good local knowledge of the South Devon area

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates with enhanced overtime potential

Regular Monday to Friday working pattern

Extra Saturday shifts during Bank Holiday weeks

Immediate starts for the right candidates

Temp-to-perm opportunities offering long-term stability

Supportive and experienced local office team

Application Process

To apply, click the "Apply" button on this page or call our friendly team at Driver Hire Torbay on for more information. Please have your driving licence and CPC details ready. Immediate starts are available for successful applicants.

About Us

Driver Hire is the UK's most trusted name in transport and logistics recruitment. We specialise in placing drivers and logistics professionals in temporary and permanent positions across the country. Our Torbay office is known for providing local, supportive, and flexible service to both candidates and clients. We pride ourselves on respect, reliability, and results - and it shows in the feedback we receive from our drivers.

What Driver Hire Can Offer You

Driver Hire is the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company, providing regular, ongoing delivery driving work. We treat you as the true professional you are. In our latest survey, 95% of our candidates rated the level of respect and service they received from their Driver Hire office as excellent or good, and 87% scored 8/10 or more when asked if they would recommend working for a driver hire. Such behaviour is something we are extremely proud of across our network.

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We offer a wide range of job openings for drivers of various vehicle classes, including Class 1, Class 2, 7.5T HGV, LGV, and multi-drop van drivers. Additionally, we're always seeking warehouse staff, forklift drivers, and driver's mates to join our team. Our clients are located in Torquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and surrounding areas of South Devon. With excellent commuter links from Plymouth and Exeter, our job opportunities are accessible to a wide range of candidates. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us to learn more about our exciting job vacancies.

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