×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Refuse & Recycling Chargehand - Refuse Class 2 Driver

Job in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1, England, UK
Listing for: Blue Arrow HS
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-08
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Driver, Truck Driver, Transportation Logistics, Fleet Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 60000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Working as a Refuse & Recycling Chargehand (HGV Driver), you will be responsible for both driving Class 2 vehicles (Category

C)
and supervising a team of loaders to deliver efficient waste and recycling services.

This is a hands-on role involving driving, loading, and team supervision within a public-facing environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive HGV Class 2 / Category C vehicles on refuse and recycling routes
  • Supervise and lead waste collection operatives / loaders
  • Carry out domestic waste collection, trade waste collection, and recycling collections
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, DVSA, and highway regulations
  • Complete daily vehicle checks, tachograph compliance, and route paperwork
  • Collect general waste, recycling, garden waste, bulky items, and commercial waste
  • Maintain a high level of customer service and public interaction
  • Assist with manual handling, loading, and operational duties as required
Essential Requirements (Keywords for Search Matching)
  • HGV Class 2 Licence (Category

    C)
  • Valid CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)
  • Digital Tachograph Card
  • Experience in refuse collection / waste management / recycling / street cleansing
  • Previous experience as HGV Driver, LGV Driver, Dustcart Driver, RCV Driver, Bin Lorry Driver
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding, outdoor role
  • Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe systems of work
  • Good team leadership / supervisory skills
  • Excellent time management and route planning awareness
Desirable Skills
  • Experience working within a Local Authority / Council environment
  • Knowledge of environmental services and recycling processes
Benefits
  • Full-time, stable Monday-Friday role (no weekends)
  • Opportunity for long-term work and career progression
  • Weekly pay via Blue Arrow
  • Overtime opportunities

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this HGV Class 2 Refuse & Recycling Chargehand position
, or contact Blue Arrow for more information.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

#J-18808-Ljbffr
Note that applications are not being accepted from your jurisdiction for this job currently via this jobsite. Candidate preferences are the decision of the Employer or Recruiting Agent, and are controlled by them alone.
To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
 
 
 
Search for further Jobs Here:
(Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
Location
Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)
0
200
Filters
Education Level
Experience Level (years)
Posted in last:
Salary