12/05/2026
Refuse/Recycling Class 2 drivers (NEW drivers are welcome)
📣📣We are currently recruiting for Class 2 drivers who may also be required to operate occasionally as a loader but always paid at the driver rate.
📍Location: Huntingdonshire
Service: Environmental and Community Services
💰Pay Rate: £17.45 per hour (PAYE)* standard hours
🕒 Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00
💰Overtime: after 37 hours overtime is paid x1.5 at £26.17 per hour.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drive Class 2 refuse vehicle in designated area.
* Lead a refuse/recycling round, managing crew performance, conduct and safety.
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, DVSA rules, PPE use and council policies.
* Carry out daily vehicle checks, defect reporting and ensure vehicles are not overloaded.
* Maintain accurate, real-time records via the in‑cab system (collections, missed bins, issues).
* Collect domestic/commercial waste and recycling, including litter bins, bulky items and special collections.
* Deliver/collect wheeled bins and sacks and support other crews when required.
* Act as an ambassador for the Council, responding to public queries and providing clear information.
* When loading, safely operate bin lifts and equipment, keep the area tidy and follow instructions from the Driver/Loader.
Requirements:
* Category C (Class 2) licence and valid Driver CPC.
* Physically fit - able to move bins/bags and walk several miles per day.
* Strong awareness of Health & Safety and working near highways.
* Good written and verbal communication skills; literate and numerate.
* Experience supervising a small team and making sound decisions under pressure.
* Able to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues and handle complaints professionally.
Values & Safeguarding
You'll be expected to live our core values: Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful and Enterprising. The organisation is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults; you must be able to recognise safeguarding concerns, follow procedures and promote a safe environment.
To apply please send your CV to - [email protected], or call to - 01733 856830