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Posted 20 July, 2026

Class 2 Driver / Yard Operative

Interaction - Maidstone
Kent, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Class 2 Driver / Yard Operative (Hybrid Role)\n

Paddock Wood | £19.50 per hour | Monday to Friday | Temp to Perm

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Are you a reliable Class 2 Driver looking for a varied role with a great work-life balance? We're recruiting on behalf of a busy and well-established waste management company for a Class 2 Driver / Yard Operative to join their team in Paddock Wood.

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This hybrid position offers the perfect mix of driving (40%) and yard-based duties (60%), providing a varied and active working day. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

The Role\n
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  • Pay: £19.50 per hour
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  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
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  • Contract: Temporary to Permanent
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  • Location: Paddock Wood
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Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Safely operate a Class 2 (Category C) vehicle for collections and site movements.
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  • Load and unload waste materials.
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  • Break down and process waste items within the yard.
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  • Assist with general waste management operations.
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  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
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  • Work closely with the transport and yard teams to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
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What We're Looking For\n
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  • Valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.
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  • Minimum 6 months' Class 2 driving experience.
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  • Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
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  • No more than 6 penalty points on your licence.
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  • Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual handling duties.
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  • Reliable, punctual, and happy to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
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  • A good understanding of health and safety procedures.
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What's in It for You?\n
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  • £19.50 per hour
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  • Monday to Friday working – no weekends
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  • A varied role combining driving and yard work.
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  • Opportunity to secure a permanent position following the temporary period.
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  • Join a supportive and hardworking team.
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Interested? Apply today or contact Jill on 01622 686 333 or 07951 373 502 for more information.

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