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Blue Arrow
Refuse & Recycling Chargehand - Refuse Class 2 Driver
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
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- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Salary
- £13.90 - Hour
- Recruiter
- Blue Arrow
- Closes
- 04 Aug 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Working as a Refuse & Recycling Chargehand (HGV Driver), you will be responsible for both driving Class 2 vehicles (Category C) and supervising a team of loaders to deliver efficient waste and recycling services.
This is a hands-on role involving driving, loading, and team supervision within a public-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Drive HGV Class 2 / Category C vehicles on refuse and recycling routes
Supervise and lead waste collection operatives / loaders
Carry out domestic waste collection, trade waste collection, and recycling collections
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, DVSA, and highway regulations
Complete daily vehicle checks, tachograph compliance, and route paperwork
Collect general waste, recycling, garden waste, bulky items, and commercial waste
Maintain a high level of customer service and public interaction
Assist with manual handling, loading, and operational duties as requiredEssential Requirements (Keywords for Search Matching)
HGV Class 2 Licence (Category C)
Valid CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)
Digital Tachograph Card
Experience in refuse collection / waste management / recycling / street cleansing
Previous experience as HGV Driver, LGV Driver, Dustcart Driver, RCV Driver, Bin Lorry Driver
Ability to work in a physically demanding, outdoor role
Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe systems of work
Good team leadership / supervisory skills
Excellent time management and route planning awareness Desirable Skills
Experience working within a Local Authority / Council xjnqpsq environment
Knowledge of environmental services and recycling processesBenefits
Full-time, stable Monday-Friday role (no weekends)
Opportunity for long-term work and career progression
Weekly pay via Blue Arrow
Overtime opportunitiesApply today with your CV to be considered for this HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Chargehand position, or contact Blue Arrow for more information.
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people
Ad ID: 5418450032
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