HGV Driver Closing Date

Our collection services produce some of Northern Ireland’s lowest emissions per tonne lifted. Our state-of-the-art fleet and digital logistics platform enable our team to schedule, track and report on all collections, providing reliability to every customer.

We have 3 treatment sites across Northern Ireland. This allows us to segregate waste on arrival, maximising the extraction of recyclable materials. All remaining materials are converted into refuse derived fuels for recovery.

We recognise our customers’ needs for regular data updates regarding their waste arisings. Our customer portal provides access to a range of reports, offering a detailed view of the emissions generated from their periodic collections.

Since 2011, the once small landfill orientated business has become Northern Ireland’s leading waste management operation. Our team has developed significant infrastructure, offering the country’s most progressive resource recovery service.

Our ESG strategy sets clear targets aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Key Performance Indicators are embedded, and we’re committed to annual reporting in line with GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards.

Our people and the communities we serve are central to our company. We prioritise positive impacts on the economy, environment, and lives, making these pillars a key part of our business strategy.

Permanent / Full Time Mon-Fri min 40 hours

Starting time: 5:30am

Base Location
: Duncrue Street, Belfast

We are currently looking for full time HGV Drivers (C) to join our busy teams at our site in Duncrue Street, Belfast. As a Driver you will be required to complete multi drop deliveries and collections throughout NI. The Driver will also be required to collect and move commercial containers when required.

As a day shift driver, you will start your shift m, on days as per the rota between Monday to Saturday.

• Ensure excellent customer service skills that support the River Ridge Brand
• Ensure Health & Safety adherence at all times
• Complete vehicle checks in line with Operating licence procedures, reporting any defects to the Transport Office (both electronically and verbally)
• Follow all regulations relating to driver’s hours and safe operation of heavy goods vehicles
• Working collaboratively with the transport team to ensure excellent operational service is maintained, and continually improved
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Undertake all necessary training, & cooperate with the security clearance process as required
• Any other duties as delegated by the Transport Department
• Must hold a valid HGV licence – Category ‘C’,
• Must hold a Digital Tachograph card and Full Driver CPC
• Full UK Driving Licence (Max of 6 penalty points)
• Basic disclosure checks i.e., Access NI, will be required and be maintained
• Ability to undertake manual work
• Flexible approach to working hours is required in relation to finish times, weekends, and bank holidays
• Team Player
• Good Communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Good Knowledge of driver’s hours, rules, and regulations
• Minimum of 6 months HGV driving experience
• Previous experience working in the waste industry

* Any offer of employment will be subject to a successful driving assessment *

* Must be able to provide documentation to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK**

What we offer!

• Competitive Hourly Rate – £15.73ph (Day shift)
• Annual Bonus scheme available
• Overtime rate of Time and a Half for hours worked over 44 hours Monday to Friday
• Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holiday – Time and a Half
• 28 days Annual leave (incl. of 8 Customary/Bank Holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Uniform

** Applicants who have been unsuccessful for this role within the past 6 months will not be considered**

How do you apply?

If you are interested in applying, please complete the Company Application form (available to download from our Company website or alternatively contact  and we will post out an application form to you)

Please return your completed application form via EMAIL to  or by POST to Recruitment, River Ridge, 62-66 Duncrue Street, Belfast, BT3 9AR

no later than 5.00pm on Monday 26 th January 2026

In the event of a large number of applications we reserve the right to enhance our selection criteria at the short-listing stage.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the Company application form, outlining how you meet the criteria and return by EMAIL to  before 26th January 2026, 5 pm .