7.5 Tonne Waste Driver

Overview

We are recruiting an experienced 7.5T driver to join the waste & recycling team based in Exeter. This ongoing position offers stable hours and a supportive working environment. The role involves driving a 7.5 tonne vehicle across residential routes in Exeter, primarily collecting food waste, loading and handling waste containers, and working as part of a small team to complete daily collection rounds safely and efficiently.

• Start time: 06:00
• Average 37 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7
• Task and finish team structure
• Catch up Saturdays required after Bank Holidays
• Free on‑site parking and secure bicycle storage

• Drive a 7.5T vehicle safely across residential areas
• Load food waste bins into the vehicle throughout the shift
• Work closely with your crew in a team task environment
• Maintain high safety standards for yourself, your team, and the public

• Manual driving licence with C1 entitlement (7.5T)
• Valid Digital Tacho Card
• Full, up to date CPC
• Minimum 2 years experience driving 7.5T or above
• The physical ability to carry out frequent loading tasks

• £14.82 per hour on PAYE Accrued plus £1.78 per hour holiday pay equates to £16.60 per hour on PAYE Advanced
• Weekly pay

Interested? Call or email an up‑to‑date CV to . Alternatively, text your name and “Waste” to and we will call you.