Posted 21 July, 2026
Class 2 Refuse Driver
Westwood Recruitment
Manchester, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver
\n\nWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver to join a busy growing waste management operation.
\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and professional driver looking for long-term, stable employment with excellent earning potential.
\nThe Role
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- Driving a Class 2 (C) refuse collection vehicle \n
- Must have 12 months experience \n
- Carrying daily vehicle checks and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately \n
- Providing excellent customer service whilst representing the business professionally \n
- Working in line with all road transport legislation and health & safety procedures. \n
Working Hours
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- 5 days out of 7 on a rotating rota. \n
- 1 in every 5 weekends \n
- 0400 Start time \n
- 10-hours shifts \n
- Bank holiday working is required unless annual leave has been booked and approved \n
- 31 days holidays \n
Pay & Benefits
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- £15ph days, £17ph nights – weekend £20ph – must work 1 in 5 weekends \n
- Potential performance bonus of £125 per week \n
- Quarterly accident bonus of £250 \n
- ALL PAYE \n
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
\nRequirements:
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- Valid Class 2 (C) license \n
- Valid Driver CPC qualification \n
- Digital Tachograph Card \n
- Previous experience driving refuse collection with front loader experience for commercial waste \n
- Good knowledge of drivers’ hours and road transport legislation \n
- No more than 6 points showing on license \n
- No DD,DR or IN10 endorsements \n
