Job details
HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver required for ongoing work based in Okehampton.
This is a hands-on role combining Class 2 driving duties with waste and recycling collection activities. You will work as part of an established crew covering local routes, helping to keep communities clean while enjoying regular weekday work and long-term opportunities.
This role would suit an experienced Class 2 Driver who is comfortable with physical work and enjoys being part of a team.
Location
Okehampton, Devon
Salary
£17.37 to £21.72 per hour PAYE Advanced
Other PAYE models are available.
Weekly pay.
Minimum 8 paid hours per shift.
Key Responsibilities
• Driving a Class 2 Cat C refuse vehicle on planned waste and recycling collection routes
• Assisting the collection crew with loading, moving and emptying bins
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and reporting any defects
• Completing route paperwork and delivery documentation accurately
• Following all health and safety procedures, site rules and driver hours regulations
• Working closely with the wider team to ensure collections are completed efficiently
• Carrying out manual handling duties as part of the collection process
Qualifications
Essential
• Valid Category C Class 2 HGV licence
• Driver CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph card
• No more than 6 penalty points
• Ability to travel to the Okehampton depot for early morning starts
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling duties
• Mobile phone for communication with the team
Desirable
• Previous refuse, recycling or waste collection experience
• Good knowledge of local routes across Devon
Benefits
• Competitive hourly rates with enhanced overtime opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Optional Saturday shifts during Bank Holiday weeks
• Ongoing work with long-term prospects
• Temp-to-perm opportunities available
• Support from a friendly local recruitment team
• Discounted Driver CPC training for PAYE drivers
• Pension contributions
How to Apply
Apply directly through Indeed or contact Driver Hire (Barnstaple) on 01271 441909.
Please have your driving licence, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card details available when applying.
Immediate starts may be available for suitable candidates.
About Us
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics, and driving roles across the South Devon and North Devon area. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect experienced drivers and logistics professionals with the right opportunities. Whether you are looking for temporary, contract, or permanent work, we are here to help you find your next role.
Why work with Driver Hire?
Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist logistics recruiter, with over 40 years of experience connecting drivers with quality employers nationwide. In our latest Driver Hire Nationwide candidate survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work with Driver Hire, while 96% rated the service and support they received as Good or Excellent (responses from 1,109 candidates in December 2025).
