HGV Class 2 Driver

  • Job ref: 001/00838
  • Type: Full Time, Permanent
  • Location: Leeds
  • Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 per year
  • Recruiting office: Leeds West
  • Date posted: 1 October 2025

Job details

  • Full Time
  • Permanent
  • Leeds
  • Job Ref: 001/00838
  • Salary: 34000.00 - £36000.00 per year

Driver Hire Leeds West is looking for HGV Class 2 / LGV Cat C Drivers to join our waste management and recycling client in Leeds. This is a hands-on, early-start driving role with the chance to secure a permanent position and earn up to £36,000 per year with overtime and bonuses.

Whether you have refuse collection experience or are a newly qualified driver, this role offers consistent hours, great pay, and the chance to work as part of a friendly crew.

Pay & Benefits

As a HGV Class 2 driver, you will receive;

  • Permanent salary: £36,000 per year (including overtime & performance related bonus), based on 48hr week, including overtime, paid after 40hrs.
  • £15.69 per hour (standard rate)
  • £18.94 per hour (overtime rate)
    • PAYE Advanced Rate including Holiday Pay whilst working for Driver Hire Leeds West
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate
  • 22 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ongoing training & career progression opportunities

Job Duties

As a HGV Class 2 driver, your duties will include;

  • Safely drive and operate HGV Class 2 refuse vehicles on daily waste & recycling routes
  • Assist with the loading of waste and recyclable materials (manual handling involved)
  • Transport loads to local disposal and recycling facilities
  • Work closely with loaders and other team members to complete routes on time
  • Follow all Health & Safety and company procedures

Requirements

  • Category C (Class 2 / LGV Cat C) licence
  • Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card
  • Maximum of 6 points on licence (no major endorsements)
  • Good timekeeping and reliability for early starts
  • Previous experience as a Refuse Driver, Recycling Driver, or in Waste Management is preferred, but not essential
  • New Pass drivers with a great attitude will be considered.

Why Work With Us?

  • Guaranteed early morning shifts (great for early risers)
  • Supportive and professional team at Driver Hire Leeds West
  • Chance to join a well-respected employer in the waste management sector
  • Secure, stable job with progression opportunities

Apply Today:
Click Apply Now or contact Driver Hire Leeds West on 0113 229 9400 to find out more about this HGV driving opportunity in Leeds.

Please note: Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

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