Waste Management jobs in Horwich

Job purpose

HGV Refuse Vehicle Driver for industry leading waste management business based from Astley, Greater Manchester, and Salford. The job involves a large amount of manual handling, and start times from 4am. This role also offers up to £25 per day in the form of a single driver, productivity bonus.

Main Duties: –

• To carry out daily vehicle walk round checks, including defect sheets.
• To drive a waste collection vehicle within city centres and rural locations.
• Moving and emptying waste containers to and from the vehicle.
• Ensure the vehicles are maintained and kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Operate in a safe manner at all times.

Skills / Qualifications: –

• You must hold a current valid Drivers CPC card and Digital Tachograph card.
• It is also a requirement that you are competent in using and have a full understanding of a Tachograph and the current Tachograph Regulations.
• You must be conversant with operating within the requirements of the current EU Drivers Hours regulations.
• You must maintain high levels of customer service at all times.
• You must have the ability to follow instructions and have good interpersonal skills.
• Experience within the Waste Industry is preferred but not essential.

Hours and benefits: –

• As required for the role, minimum of 45 hours per week
• Daytime Working
• Weekend/Bank Holiday premium rates
• Stable Hours due to nature of Waste Collection industry
• Opportunities for progression - Mentoring, and Supervisory roles

Fresh Start are an equal opportunities and age friendly employer. This role is open to candidates that can read and write in English and who have the manual handling capacity that the role requires.

Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks. Checks can include previous employment, financial security, DBS and banned list checks. By applying for this position, you are granting Fresh Start Waste Services Limited permission to conduct checks on your behalf.

Summary

As an HGV Refuse Vehicle Driver, you will be responsible for operating heavy goods vehicles to collect and transport refuse materials. With core skills in driving and commercial driving, you will ensure the safe and efficient transportation of waste materials. Your premium skill in flatbed driving will be beneficial in handling various types of refuse containers. Previous experience as a delivery driver will also be valuable in this role. Possessing an HGV Class 1 or 2 license, proficiency in English, and basic IT skills are essential for this position. Join our team and contribute to maintaining clean and sustainable environments through effective waste management practices.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 15/07/2025