Class 2 Driver Waste

Job Summary

Gi Group is looking for Class 2 Drivers to join a leading waste and recycling company supporting Bristol and the surrounding areas. Working in partnership with the local council, you will play a key role in keeping the city clean, safe and moving while contributing to sustainability goals. With commercial operations continuing to grow, this is a great opportunity to join a values‑led team and develop your career.

Class 2 Driver/Loader – you will drive the company vehicle safely, load, transport and unload waste and recycling materials according to customer requirements, company procedure and all external legal requirements. Newly qualified drivers are accepted for this role.

£19.63/hr (first 39 hours) – £29.45/hr for overtime (+39 hours) – £39.26/hr for Sundays and bank holidays. Rates are PAYE and include advanced holiday pay.

39 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, 06:00 start.

• Operate vehicles and equipment in accordance with company safety procedures and legal requirements, using a valid licence, experience and training.
• Tipping of vehicle at designated and approved recycling & refuse facilities, loading/unloading waste materials per policy, procedures, training and legal requirements.
• Undertake any training or instruction required to carry out duties, including Driver Induction.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of vehicles and equipment to a high standard, including daily vehicle checks.
• Interact with colleagues, customers and other personnel politely, responsibly and professionally.
• Comply with all reporting procedures.

• Valid Category C licence (Class
  2), Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Ability to use mobile IT equipment, follow reporting procedures, complete daily paperwork and electronic records accurately.
• Clear communication skills with supervisors, controllers, colleagues, customers and members of the public.
• Understanding of safe and legal HGV driving, including Working Time requirements, tachograph rules, official break requirements and company procedures.
• Knowledge of daily vehicle checks, basic defect reporting and vehicle roadworthiness.
• Awareness of health, safety and environmental requirements when loading, transporting, unloading and tipping waste and recycling materials.
• Physical ability to undertake outdoor work, moving bins, handling recycling containers and working in all weather conditions.
• Experience in waste, recycling, cleansing or commercial collections operations is desirable.

If you have any questions, please call or email us on [email]. Otherwise, please click ‘Apply’. For support or assistance, contact your local Gi Group office.