Contact Daval Associates
Daval Associates
HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver
Durham, County Durham
Contact Daval Associates
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Salary
- £17.69 - Hour
- Recruiter
- Daval Associates
- Closes
- 08 Dec 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Full job description
HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver
Location: Quarrington, NG34
Pay: £14.85 per hour
Overtime: £18.56 per hour after 40 hours
Additional: Bin collection bonus
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, early morning starts
Contract: Full-Time | Temp to Perm
About the Role
Daval Associates are recruiting HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Drivers on behalf of a well-established waste management company based at Quarrington Depot.
This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity offering consistent weekday work, paid breaks, overtime opportunities and the potential to secure a permanent position.
You will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of commercial waste using a modern fleet of Class 2 vehicles. The role involves early morning starts, regular routes and working directly with commercial customers.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out commercial waste collections in line with scheduled routes.
* Safely operate a Class 2 vehicle throughout daily collections.
* Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
* Ensure all collections are completed safely, efficiently and within scheduled times.
* Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach when dealing with customers.
* Follow all Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Health & Safety regulations.
* Comply with company procedures and relevant waste management legislation.
* Complete required paperwork and collection records accurately.
* Work effectively as part of a wider driving and waste collection team.
Requirements
* Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence.
* Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
* Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
* Previous Class 2 driving experience preferred.
* Waste management experience is advantageous but not essential.
* Good understanding of Driver Hours, road safety and relevant regulations.
* Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.
* Good communication and customer service skills.
* Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual duties where required.
* Comfortable working outdoors and in all weather conditions.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused Class 2 driver who takes pride in their work and is committed to providing a professional service to customers.
Previous experience within the waste management sector is beneficial, but we are also interested in candidates with strong Class 2 driving experience, a good work ethic and the right attitude.
What We Offer
* £14.85 per hour basic rate.
* £18.56 per hour overtime rate after 40 hours.
* Additional bin collection bonus.
* Monday to Friday working pattern.
* Consistent full-time hours.
* Paid breaks.
* Early morning starts.
* Regular routes.
* Ongoing work with a well-established waste management company.
* Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate. xjnqpsq
* Opportunity to develop a long-term career within the waste management industry.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver looking for stable, Monday-to-Friday work with the opportunity to secure a permanent position, we would like to hear from you
Ad ID: 5419130317
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