Class 1 Driver
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £37,570 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 April 2026 |
| Location: | BT8 8HT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Staffline |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 108051-36959 |
Summary
We are currently recruiting HGV 1 Day drivers for our client in Belfast.
Driving & Operations
• Operate a HGV Class 1 truck tocomplete daily waste transport duties, including trailers, tankers, or walking‑floor units depending on business needs.
• Conduct pre‑use and post‑use vehicle and trailer checks in line with legislation and company procedures.
• Couple and uncouple trailers safely and competently.
• Ensure safe loading, securing, transportation and tipping/discharge of waste materials.
• Complete daily route sheets, delivery notes and digital records accurately.
• Report vehicle or trailer defects immediately and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Adhere to EU/UK Driver Hours Regulations, Tachograph rules, and the Working Time Directive.
• Comply fully with all Health & Safety, ADR (where applicable), and Environmental regulations.
• Follow site-specific risk assessments, method statements and safe working practices.
• Use PPE correctly and consistently and promote a strong safety-first culture
Essential
• Valid HGV Class 1 licence
• Valid CPC card
• Digital Tachograph card
• Experience in driving articulated vehicles
• Able to competently and safely operate assigned vehicles
• Knowledge of transport legislation and safe driving practices
Desirable
• Previous experience in waste management, recycling, tanker operations, walking-floor trailers or environmental services
• ADR certification (Packages or Tankers)
• Ability to operate specialist equipment such as suction/vacuum tankers, walking floors or other waste industry vehicles (training can be provided)
Job Requirements
• Monday to Friday
• 42.5 hours per week
• Saturdays – 1.5x hourly rate
• Sundays – 2x hourly rate
• Early starts, occasional overtime and weekend work may be required
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions