Class 1 Driver in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Job details

From £42,874 a year

Full-time

Monday to Friday

Leeds LS9

Full job description

Class 1 HGV Driver – Waste Management

Leeds (LS9) or Bradford Depot
OTE: £42,874.00 (Based on an average 50-hour week)

£16.03 per hour + £20.84 Overtime Rates
Monday to Friday | 6:00am start | Rotational Saturdays
50-hour contract (including 1-hour unpaid break per shift)

The Role

We are recruiting experienced Class 1 (HGV C+E) drivers to operate from either our Leeds Cross Green depot (LS9) or Bradford depot, depending on preference.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of waste materials between various locations, supporting essential waste management operations and contributing to environmental sustainability.

This is a stable, long-term position within a modern and well-structured transport operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 1 HGV vehicles for the collection, transport, and delivery of waste materials
• Plan and follow efficient routes to maximise productivity
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects
• Maintain accurate records of collections, deliveries, and vehicle logs using digital systems
• Comply with all transport, safety, environmental, and Working Time Directive regulations
• Provide a professional service at all collection and delivery points

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 6:00am–6:00pm
• Saturday shifts: Rotational basis
• 50-hour contract per week (including 1-hour unpaid break per shift)
• Overtime paid for hours worked over 45 per week

Essential Requirements

• Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card
• Minimum 2 years’ Class 1 driving experience
• Experience in waste management or similar sector preferred
• Strong knowledge of vehicle safety and compliance requirements
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

£16.03 per hour

Enhanced overtime rates:

Monday–Friday: 1.3x hourly rate

Saturdays: 1.5x hourly rate

Bank Holidays: 2x hourly rate

Full PPE and uniform provided

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Modern, well-maintained fleet

Stable long-term employment opportunity