Details:
- Salary: £43,863 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Sheffield South Yorkshire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Full job description
HGV Class 2 Trade Waste Driver
Sheffield Depot | Full-Time | Ongoing Work
Pay: £43,863 per year
Based on a typical working week, drivers can earn:
* 40 hours at standard rate (£14.47 per hour)
* 8 hours overtime paid at enhanced rates (£18.09 per hour)
* OTIF bonus – £80 per week
* Bin bonus – £40 per week
Typical weekly earnings: £843.52
Equivalent annual earnings: £43,863.04*
*Based on a standard working pattern including overtime and bonus payments. Actual earnings may vary depending on hours worked and eligibility for bonuses.
Paid Breaks
Monday – Friday
40 Hours Guaranteed Per Week
Weekend Overtime Available
This is a full-time, ongoing position offering regular weekday work, performance bonuses, paid breaks, and excellent earning potential through overtime.
The Role
As a Class 2 Trade Waste Driver, you will be responsible for collecting commercial waste using a modern fleet of vehicles while delivering a safe, professional, and reliable service to customers across the region.
What We Offer
* Guaranteed Hours
* Paid breaks included in your working day
* Weekly performance bonus of up to £150
* Company pension scheme & Death in Service benefit
* Consistent, year-round work with a growing business
* Supportive management team and opportunities for development
Key Responsibilities
* Safely operate Trade Waste and FEL vehicles across Sheffield and the surrounding areas.
* Complete scheduled commercial waste collections efficiently and professionally.
* Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any defects promptly.
* Use onboard technology and handheld devices to manage daily workloads.
* Ensure all collections are completed in accordance with company procedures and legal requirements.
* Deliver excellent customer service
* Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance at all times.
Requirements
* Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence
* Driver CPC Qualification
* Digital Tachograph Card
* Previous Class 2 driving experience (essential)
* Waste industry experience beneficial but not essential
* Good communication and customer service skills
* Physically fit and comfortable with manual duties
The Ideal Candidate
You will be a reliable and safety-conscious driver with a strong work ethic and a professional attitude. If you're looking for a stable Monday–Friday role with bonus opportunities and ongoing work, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today to start your next driving role