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Class 2 Driver

Job details
Posting date: 08 May 2026
Salary: £17.00 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 07 June 2026
Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire, b772an
Company: The Best Connection Group Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JN -042026-20280_1778227754

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Summary

Class 2 Driver

Location: Tamworth
Pay: £17.00 per hour
Hours: Monday - Friday | 07:30 - 16:30
Additional: Occasional Saturdays required

The Best Connection Tamworth are currently recruiting for a Class 2 Driver to join a family-run business within the recycling industry based in Tamworth. This Class 2 Driver role offers full-time ongoing work supporting waste collection and environmental operations across the local area.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for long-term work within the recycling industry in Tamworth, working with a supportive and well-established company.

Job Role - Class 2 Driver (Recycling Industry)

As a Class 2 Driver in Tamworth, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of waste materials within the recycling industry. Loads may include loose, bailed, or skip-contained materials.

Key Responsibilities
  • Driving bin trucks and skip trucks
  • Carrying out daily and weekly vehicle checks in line with company policy
  • Recording and reporting any vehicle defects
  • Completing scheduled collections and deliveries efficiently
  • Ensuring compliance with health & safety and environmental regulations
  • Maintaining written and electronic records accurately
  • Keeping vehicles clean and presentable
  • Communicating effectively with depot staff, customers, and drivers' mates
  • Supporting the safety of any assistants/helpers on site
  • Participating in company training when required
Requirements
  • Valid UK Category C (Class 2) licence
  • Valid CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph card
  • Maximum of 3 penalty points
  • Previous HGV driving experience preferred
  • Experience within the recycling industry or waste sector beneficial
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance
  • Good communication and organisational skills
What's on Offer
  • £17.00 per hour
  • Monday to Friday daytime hours
  • Occasional Saturday work available
  • Full-time ongoing work in Tamworth
  • Opportunity to work within a growing recycling industry business
Benefits of Working with The Best Connection
  • Weekly pay - every Friday
  • Online payslips
  • Pension contribution
  • Ongoing temporary assignment
  • 28 days paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holidays)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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