Refuse & Recycling Driver Operative

The Role - Refuse & Recycling Driver Operative

To safely and efficiently collect, transport, exchange, and process waste and recyclable materials across Gatwick Airport.

The role involves operating a range of specialist waste collection vehicles and equipment, including Hook Loaders, Skip Loaders, Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs), and 18-tonne rigid vehicles.

The operative will collect skips, compactors, and waste containers from airport locations and transport waste safely to approved recycling, treatment, and disposal facilities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Large Vehicle Operation
• Loading & Unloading Vehicles
• Compliance & Safety
• Customer Service

Skills & Experience

• Valid Category C (Class
  2) HGV Driving Licence.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Gatwick Airport security clearance
• Right to work in UK
• Experience driving large goods vehicles in operational environments.
• Knowledge of safe loading and unloading practices.
• Ability to work safely with waste and recyclable materials.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Ability to complete vehicle checks and operational paperwork.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Please note:

Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:

• Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)
• Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)
• Have an in date and valid Photo  (Passport, Driving Licence,  etc)
• Provide a full 5-year address history
• Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)

Please note:

Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:

• Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)
• Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)
• Have an in date and valid Photo  (Passport, Driving Licence,  etc)
• Provide a full 5-year address history
  
  Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)