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Contact Daval Associates

Daval Associates

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HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver

Durham, County Durham

Daval Associates

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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

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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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