HGV 2 Refuge Driver

BS2, Brislington, City of Bristol

£17.27/hour

HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Driver

📍 Location: Bristol
🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 14:18
📄 Contract: Temporary to Permanent
💷 Pay Rate: £17.27 - £34.54 per hour (after 12 weeks)

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

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?

M4 Recruitment is 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.

The Role

As an HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Driver, you will play a key role in keeping the city clean and supporting environmental sustainability. Working as part of a team, your responsibilities will include:

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
Pushing and pulling bins weighing up to 25kg
Using mobile technology to complete operational paperwork and route information
Providing support to other service areas, including recycling and garden waste collections when required
Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and customer service at all times

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will need:

✅ A valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
✅ CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
✅ 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
✅ Good communication and teamwork skills
✅ A reasonable level of physical fitness, with the ability to lift and manoeuvre loads up to 25kg safely
✅ A strong commitment to health and safety

Benefits

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
5% employer pension contribution
Salary sacrifice car scheme for tax-efficient vehicle leasing
BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aiders across the business
Company-funded BUPA Health Cash Plan
Cycle to Work scheme
Access to an onsite Physiotherapist
Employee Referral Scheme
Dedicated learning and development opportunities
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

Why Apply?

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

Take the next step in your driving career and apply now with M4 Recruitment.

For more information or to apply, contact M4 Recruitment today.

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