Class 1 Driver

Job details From £42,874 a year Full-time Monday to Friday Leeds LS9 Full job description Class 1 HGV Driver – Waste Management Leeds (LS9) or Bradford Depot OTE: £42,874.00 (Based on an average 50-hour week) £16.03 per hour + £20.84 Overtime Rates Monday to Friday | 6:00am start | Rotational Saturdays 50-hour contract (including 1-hour unpaid break per shift) The Role We are recruiting experienced Class 1 (HGV C+E) drivers to operate from either our Leeds Cross Green depot (LS9) or Bradford depot, depending on preference.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of waste materials between various locations, supporting essential waste management operations and contributing to environmental sustainability. This is a stable, long-term position within a modern and well-structured transport operation.

Key Responsibilities Safely operate Class 1 HGV vehicles for the collection, transport, and delivery of waste materials Plan and follow efficient routes to maximise productivity Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects Maintain accurate records of collections, deliveries, and vehicle logs using digital systems Comply with all transport, safety, environmental, and Working Time Directive regulations Provide a professional service at all collection and delivery points Working Hours Monday to Friday: 6:00am–6:00pm Saturday shifts: Rotational basis 50-hour contract per week (including 1-hour unpaid break per shift) Overtime paid for hours worked over 45 per week Essential Requirements Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card Minimum 2 years' Class 1 driving experience Experience in waste management or similar sector preferred Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and compliance requirements Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team What We Offer £16.03 per hour Enhanced overtime rates: Monday–Friday: 1.3x hourly rate Saturdays: 1.5x hourly rate Bank Holidays: 2x hourly rate Full PPE and uniform provided Ongoing training and development opportunities Modern, well-maintained fleet Stable long-term employment opportunity

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