Pertemps Bond
HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver
HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver at Pertemps Bond, based in Bristol, South West, paying £17.27 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £17.27 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Bristol, South West
- Closing date
- Sector
- HGV Driving
- HGV Class 2
- Driver CPC
43% below the typical rate for hgv driving
Reference 619101096201695135
About the role
HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver – Bristol
We are recruiting HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver for ongoing, full-time work supporting waste and recycling collection services across Bristol.
- Monday to Friday
- 6:00am – 2:30pm shifts (39 hours per week)
- £17.27 per hour
- Overtime paid at 1.5x after 39 hours. Lots of overtime available
- Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment
This is a physically active role combining HGV driving with loading duties. You'll be responsible for safely operating a Class 2 vehicle while working as part of a team to collect, transport and unload waste and recycling materials across the Bristol area.
The Role
- Safely drive and operate HGV Class 2 vehicles in line with legal requirements and company procedures.
- Collect, load, transport and unload waste and recycling materials.
- Complete daily vehicle safety checks and report defects promptly.
- Tip vehicles at approved recycling and waste facilities.
- Accurately complete paperwork and electronic records using handheld devices.
- Maintain high standards of vehicle cleanliness and presentation.
- Deliver excellent customer service and communicate professionally with colleagues, customers and the public.
- Work flexibly across different operational locations when required.
- Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures.
This is a hands-on outdoor role involving regular lifting, moving bins and recycling containers, and working in all weather conditions. It's ideal for drivers who enjoy staying active and being part of a supportive team.
Requirements
- Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence
- Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Good understanding of HGV driving regulations, Working Time Directive and tachograph rules
- Experience completing daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
- Comfortable using mobile devices and completing electronic paperwork
- Reliable, safety-conscious and a strong team player
- Previous waste, recycling or commercial collections experience is desirable but not essential
If you are interested please click apply or give Pertemps Bristol driving division a call
Reference: 619101096201695135 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 10 Dec 2026 · Listed via Pertemps Bond
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