Skip and Roro Driver

About the Role

Panda is a leading waste management solutions provider committed to sustainable resource recovery and circular economy principles. We’re seeking an experienced Skip & RoRo Driver to join our Caythorpe depot and play a vital role in our environmental services operations.

Operating from our Caythorpe site with a typical 6am start, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of commercial and industrial waste using our modern fleet of skip and roll‑on/roll‑off vehicles. This position offers consistent Monday‑Friday hours with occasional Saturday work, providing excellent work‑life balance whilst contributing to essential environmental services.

• Safely operate skip loaders and RoRo vehicles for waste collection and transportation services
• Execute efficient route planning to maximise productivity and minimise environmental impact
• Deliver exceptional customer service at collection points, ensuring sites are left tidy and bins properly positioned
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects in line with DVSA requirements
• Maintain accurate digital records via tablet technology for waste transfer documentation
• Ensure full compliance with waste duty of care regulations and environmental legislation
• Adhere to Working Time Directive and drivers’ hours regulations
• Champion health and safety standards, reporting incidents and near‑misses promptly

• Valid UK Class 2 (Category
  
  C) licence with current Driver CPC
• Digital tachograph card
• Proven experience in skip/RoRo operations within the waste sector preferred
• Strong understanding of waste hierarchy and environmental compliance
• Excellent customer‑facing skills
• Ability to work independently whilst maintaining communication with transport planning
• Physical fitness to handle manual handling aspects of the role

• Regular, predictable hours
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Full PPE and uniform provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing environmental services group
• Modern, well‑maintained fleet with latest safety features

You’ll be a safety‑conscious professional driver who takes pride in vehicle presentation and customer service. With strong route knowledge of the Caythorpe area and a commitment to environmental best practice, you’ll thrive in a role that combines independence with team support.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve. (DE&I Policy Statement)