Class 1 Driver

Posted on March 17th, 2026

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Type of Job: Permanent

We are currently recruiting HGV 1 Day drivers for our client in Belfast.

 

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