HGV CLASS 2 REFUSE DRIVER

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
Rochdale
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Transportation
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SKILLS

HGV Driving Waste Management Refuse Collection Driving PAYE Bin Wagons

FULL DESCRIPTION

HGV CLASS 2 REFUSE DRIVER

We are recruiting for HGV drivers to work for the local council in Rochdale, immediate starts available. You will be joining the waste team on site driving the bin wagons, working daily with 2 bin loaders, driving or loading the vehicle collecting public waste, on the odd occasion you may be required to work as a loader however you will always be paid the drivers rate.

Job Details

Location: Rochdale

Job Type: Contract

Salary: Up to £15.15 per hour

Sector: Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Contact: David Meloy

Contact Email: [contact hidden]

Job Start Date: ASAP

Application Expiry Date: 24/04/2026

Job Reference: roch/bins_1776419857

Full Job Description

We are recruiting for HGV drivers to work for the local council in Rochdale, immediate starts available.

You will be joining the waste team on site driving the bin wagons, working daily with 2 bin loaders, driving or loading the vehicle collecting public waste, on the odd occasion you may be required to work as a loader however you will always be paid the drivers rate.

For the suitable drivers there will be ongoing work available. Experience working outdoors/with waste is preferred not essential as long as you have HGV experience.

Hours of work are Tuesday to Friday 06.30 start, job and finish

Requirements:

- Over the age of 21 due to insurance purposes

- No DR10 or IN10 or more than 6 points on your licence

- All work is PAYE

Shifts:

- 06:30 start

- Working Tuesday to Friday

- There is also potential for overtime Weekends and Bank holidays

Pay:

- £14.82 per hour

- £15.15 per hour after 12 weeks

Please apply now for an immediate interview or ring and ask for Laura

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