HGV Driver/Loader
About this role
Job Advertisement: HGV Driver / Loader
Position: HGV Class 2 Driver / Loader
Location: Dean Road, Yate, BS37 5ND
Salary/Rate: £35,481.45 per annum (£17.00 per hour) + £3,000 driver joining bonus (paid upon successful completion of your 6-month probation) + potential overtime
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 06:45 AM – 15:15 PM)
Closing Date: 12/10/2026 (Note: Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications are received)
About the Role
We are proud to partner with our client as a supportive staffing agency to recruit an enthusiastic HGV Driver / Loader for their team in Yate. Whether you are an experienced LGV driver or newly qualified, this permanent role offers a fantastic work-life balance with regular daytime hours (no long-haul uncertainty or excessive hours) and an incredible £3,000 joining bonus to welcome you aboard!
Key Responsibilities
Driving & Operation: Safely drive and operate vehicles to collect household waste and recycling from residents across South Gloucestershire.
Service Excellence: Deliver a high standard of professional customer service while working collaboratively as part of a hard-working, supportive team.
Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to all health and safety rules and regulations at all times.
Working Pattern: Contracted 40 hours per week, working Monday to Friday from 06:45 AM to 15:15 PM, with additional overtime opportunities available.
What’s in It for You?
Fantastic Earning Potential: Strong base salary of £35,481.45 (£17.00 per hour) heavily boosted by a £3,000 joining bonus after passing probation, plus potential overtime earnings.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy regular daytime hours with a predictable Monday-to-Friday schedule.
Training & Benefits: Full PPE provided, comprehensive SUEZ company benefits, and full training on stillage vehicles, kerbside loaders, and RCVs if needed.
Full Agency Support: Friendly guidance, expert interview preparation, and continuous assistance from our team throughout your application process.
What We Are Looking For
Licence & Qualifications: A valid LGV Category C (Class 2) licence, a valid CPC card, and a valid tachograph card are all essential. (Newly qualified drivers are very welcome to apply!)
Experience: Experience in the waste industry or working with stillage vehicles, kerbside loaders, and RCVs is desirable, but not essential as full training is provided.
Attitude & Skills: A passion for professional driving, good communication skills, a reliable work ethic, and a customer-focused attitude.