Class 1 Driver

Driving & Operations 

• Operate a HGV Class 1 truck tocomplete daily waste transport duties, including trailers, tankers, or walking-floor units depending on business needs. 
• Conduct pre-use and post-use vehicle and trailer checks in line with legislation and company procedures. 
• Couple and uncouple trailers safely and competently. 
• Ensure safe loading, securing, transportation and tipping/discharge of waste materials. 
• Complete daily route sheets, delivery notes and digital records accurately. 
• Report vehicle or trailer defects immediately and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

• Adhere to EU/UK Driver Hours Regulations, Tachograph rules, and the Working Time Directive. 
• Comply fully with all Health & Safety, ADR (where applicable), and Environmental regulations. 
• Follow site-specific risk assessments, method statements and safe working practices. 
• Use PPE correctly and consistently and promote a strong safety-first culture

Essential

• Valid HGV Class 1  licence
• Valid CPC card
• Digital Tachograph card
• Experience in driving articulated vehicles
• Able to competently and safely operate assigned vehicles
• Knowledge of transport legislation and safe driving practices

Desirable

• Previous experience in waste management, recycling, tanker operations, walking-floor trailers or environmental services 
• ADR certification (Packages or Tankers) 
• Ability to operate specialist equipment such as suction/vacuum tankers, walking floors or other waste industry vehicles (training can be provided)

Job Requirements

•  Monday to Friday 
• 42.5 hours per week 
• Saturdays – 1.5x hourly rate
• Sundays – 2x hourly rate
• 7.30am to 5.00pm
• Early starts, occasional overtime and weekend work may be required 
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions