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Refuse Recycling Driver/Loader

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Posted on Jul 7, 2026 by CV-Library
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£17.5 - £26.2 Hourly
Temporary
Refuse Recycling HGV 2 Driver

Join Gi Group to support the waste and refuse collection operation of a local authority. We are currently recruiting for Class 2 drivers.

Location: Huntingdonshire

Service: Environmental and Community Services

Pay Rate: £19.11 per hour (Umbrella)*

£17.45 per hour (PAYE) advanced holiday inclusive*

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00

Overtime: after 37 hours overtime is paid x1.5

Newly qualified HGV 2 drivers welcome to apply!

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead a refuse/recycling round, managing crew performance, conduct and safety.

* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, DVSA rules, PPE use and council policies.

* Carry out daily vehicle checks, defect reporting and ensure vehicles are not overloaded.

* Maintain accurate, real-time records via the in‑cab system (collections, missed bins, issues).

* Collect domestic/commercial waste and recycling, including litter bins, bulky items and special collections.

* Deliver/collect wheeled bins and sacks and support other crews when required.

Requirements:

* Category C (Class 2) licence and valid Driver CPC .

* Physically fit - able to move bins/bags and walk several miles per day.

* Strong awareness of Health & Safety and working near highways.

* Good written and verbal communication skills; literate and numerate.

* Experience supervising a small team and making sound decisions under pressure.

* Able to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues and handle complaints professionally.

Benefits:

* Canteen

* Free parking

* On-site parking

* Referral programme

Apply Now

For any queries about this role, please call Mann Baker (phone number removed) or email

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website

Reference: 225336143

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Refuse Recycling Driver/Loader

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 7, 2026 by CV-Library

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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£17.5 - £26.2 Hourly
Temporary
Refuse Recycling HGV 2 Driver

Join Gi Group to support the waste and refuse collection operation of a local authority. We are currently recruiting for Class 2 drivers.

Location: Huntingdonshire

Service: Environmental and Community Services

Pay Rate: £19.11 per hour (Umbrella)*

£17.45 per hour (PAYE) advanced holiday inclusive*

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00

Overtime: after 37 hours overtime is paid x1.5

Newly qualified HGV 2 drivers welcome to apply!

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead a refuse/recycling round, managing crew performance, conduct and safety.

* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, DVSA rules, PPE use and council policies.

* Carry out daily vehicle checks, defect reporting and ensure vehicles are not overloaded.

* Maintain accurate, real-time records via the in‑cab system (collections, missed bins, issues).

* Collect domestic/commercial waste and recycling, including litter bins, bulky items and special collections.

* Deliver/collect wheeled bins and sacks and support other crews when required.

Requirements:

* Category C (Class 2) licence and valid Driver CPC .

* Physically fit - able to move bins/bags and walk several miles per day.

* Strong awareness of Health & Safety and working near highways.

* Good written and verbal communication skills; literate and numerate.

* Experience supervising a small team and making sound decisions under pressure.

* Able to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues and handle complaints professionally.

Benefits:

* Canteen

* Free parking

* On-site parking

* Referral programme

Apply Now

For any queries about this role, please call Mann Baker (phone number removed) or email

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website
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Reference: 225336143

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