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Posted 01 August, 2026

HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver

Driverforce UK Ltd
Chelmsford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Position: HGV 2 Dustcart Driver

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Location: Basildon

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Hours: 07:15 to Finish Monday to Friday

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Salary: £21.24 per hour

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About Us

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At DriverForce UK, we specialise in providing reliable driving and logistics professionals to reputable clients across the UK. We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver to join our client in Basildon on an ongoing temporary basis, offering consistent work, competitive pay, and a supportive working environment.

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Benefits

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Enjoy a role that offers excellent earning potential, a great work-life balance, and ongoing opportunities.

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Competitive pay of £21.24 per hour

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Tuesday to Friday working pattern for long weekends every week

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Minimum of 7.25 hours paid per shift

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Ongoing temporary work with consistent hours

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Enhanced hourly rates available for weekend work during busy periods

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Opportunity to work with a well-established and professional team

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About the Role

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As a HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver, you will play an important role in keeping local communities clean by safely collecting household waste and recycling across the Basilldon area.

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Drive a refuse collection vehicle on planned local routes

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Lead and work alongside a team of loaders throughout the shift

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Collect household, recycling, and garden waste from residential properties

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Empty waste at authorised disposal facilities

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Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections and complete required paperwork

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Assist the loading team when operationally required

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About You

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We're looking for a reliable and safety-conscious driver with the right experience and a strong work ethic.

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Hold a valid Category C (Class 2) HGV licence

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Have a minimum of 2 years' HGV Class 2 driving experience

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Previous rear steer and dustcart/refuse vehicle experience is essential

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Hold a valid Driver CPC qualification

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Be physically fit and happy to assist with loading duties when required

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Demonstrate excellent awareness of road safety and teamwork

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Next Steps

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If you're an experienced HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver looking for ongoing work with competitive pay, we'd love to hear from you.

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Submit your application with your up-to-date CV

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Ensure your driving licence and CPC details are current

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Successful applicants will be contacted by our recruitment team

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Be prepared to discuss your previous refuse or dustcart driving experience

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Immediate starts may be available for suitable candidates

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DriverForce UK Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this vacancy

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