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Posted 21 July, 2026

Class 2 Refuse Driver

Westwood Recruitment
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver

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We are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver to join a busy growing waste management operation.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and professional driver looking for long-term, stable employment with excellent earning potential.

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The Role

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  • Driving a Class 2 (C) refuse collection vehicle
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  • Must have 12 months experience
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  • Carrying daily vehicle checks and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately
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  • Providing excellent customer service whilst representing the business professionally
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  • Working in line with all road transport legislation and health & safety procedures.
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Working Hours

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  • 5 days out of 7 on a rotating rota.
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  • 1 in every 5 weekends
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  • 0400 Start time
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  • 10-hours shifts
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  • Bank holiday working is required unless annual leave has been booked and approved
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  • 31 days holidays
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Pay & Benefits

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  • £15ph days, £17ph nights – weekend £20ph – must work 1 in 5 weekends
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  • Potential performance bonus of £125 per week
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  • Quarterly accident bonus of £250
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  • ALL PAYE
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Based on a 50-hour working week, the basic annual salary is approximately £39,000, with the opportunity to earn around £45,5000 per year including the full weekly performance bonus, plus any quarterly accident bonuses

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Requirements:

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  • Valid Class 2 (C) license
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  • Valid Driver CPC qualification
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  • Digital Tachograph Card
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  • Previous experience driving refuse collection with front loader experience for commercial waste
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  • Good knowledge of drivers’ hours and road transport legislation
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  • No more than 6 points showing on license
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  • No DD,DR or IN10 endorsements
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